Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner)

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

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Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Metra's Human Resources Department is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse and talented workforce. We foster a culture of fairness, trust, and mutual respect by promoting employee engagement, wellness, and professional growth. Through equitable compensation, flexible benefits, and compliance with employment laws, we empower employees to thrive and contribute meaningfully to Metra's mission.

Reporting to the Manager, Client Services, the Recruiter will implement effective full lifecycle recruiting including building strong partnerships with hiring managers; developing strategic recruiting plans; sourcing, identifying, and attracting diverse candidates; and screening, interviewing, and communicating Metra's employee brand. The primary duties include conduct recruitment strategy meetings with hiring managers and Senior Human Resources Business Partners (Sr/HRBP) to ensure a complete understanding of the job requirements, candidate matches, and the qualifications needed to fill the role. Develop creative ideas and innovative recruiting techniques to source qualified professionals and a diverse talent pool (i.e., social media, LinkedIn, Recruiter, employee referrals, direct contact recruiting, Internet data mining, job boards, and internal/external networks). Using our applicant tracking system, screen resumes, assess and interview candidates, and provide feedback and recommendations to hiring managers and Sr/HRBPs on candidate selection and the compensation team to determine base compensation. Promote My Metra as a recruitment brand through active participation in job fairs, college fairs, and other networking and marketing events. Develop outreach efforts to achieve affirmative action goals and participate in recruitment events in support of diversity hiring and inclusive sourcing. Work with EEO to establish affirmative action goals. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources, or in lieu of degree, any combination of education and experience may be substituted for the required degree that equals four years in Human Resources.
• In addition to #1, must have five years of full lifecycle recruitment/talent acquisition experience (in-house experience preferred ) which includes two years creating effective sourcing strategies for diverse candidate attraction, selection, and engagement; and using a metrics-driven approach to recruiting.
• Good knowledge of full lifecycle recruiting components including, sourcing and attracting, screening, interviewing and selecting, reference checking, and on-boarding.
• Good knowledge of federal and state laws regarding employment practices.
• Good knowledge of sourcing and networking resources.
• Knowledge of wage and salary trends.
• Knowledge of general personnel policies and practices.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good collaborative and persuasive skills to build consensus in support of decisions.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and computer applicant tracking systems.
• Skill using various on-line networking tools, such as LinkedIn and various selection processes (video interviewing, phone interviewing, reference checks, etc.) to source both active and passive candidates.
• Skill conducting Internet searches on recruitment databases and job boards.
• Ability to recruit for all levels of an organization with exposure to hiring from mid-level to senior management positions.
• Ability to take initiative, be flexible, and prioritize and manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle.
• Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.

Preferences:

• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems, Cadient
• PHR or SPHR or SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to ....

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.