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Job Summary
Job Description
Overview
The Talent Acquisition Partner - Outreach, will identify, engage, and attract top talent from cultural sensitive communities, fostering a workplace that values unique perspectives and experiences, playing a pivotal role in expanding the City of Dallas’ cultural sensitivity initiatives by focusing on outreach to various specialty groups, including veterans, students, interns, and retirees.
Essential Functions
1 Develop targeted outreach strategies to connect with veterans, students, interns, retirees, and any other identified targeted specialty groups.
2 Leverage various channels, including social media, networking events, career fairs, and community partnerships, to enhance outreach efforts.
3 Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with Professional Associations, Alumni Networks, Cultural and Sensitivity Groups, Local Meetup Groups, Online Forums and Communities, Networking Events, Social Media Groups, Local Business Chambers, Nonprofit Organizations, Cultural and Community Centers and Job Fairs.
4 Act as a brand ambassador, representing the City of Dallas in a positive light to prospective candidates and foster internal and external professional relationships.
5 Proactively source and identify candidates with cultural sensitivity backgrounds from the targeted specialty groups.
6 Utilize innovative sourcing methods to tap into niche talent pools
7 Partner with hiring managers to understand the specific needs of each department and develop tailored recruitment strategies.
8 Provide guidance on best practices for attracting and retaining talent from cultural sensitive backgrounds.
9 Advocate for cultural and sensitivity within the City of Dallas, promoting a cultural sensitivity workplace for all employees.
10 Collaborate with HR and leadership to develop and implement cultural sensitivity in our recruiting and selection initiatives.
11 Participate in community events and initiatives to enhance the City of Dallas’ visibility and reputation within the targeted specialty groups.
12 Establish the company as an employer of choice for individuals within these communities.
13 Track and analyze recruitment metrics related to targeted specialty groups to assess the effectiveness of the outreach strategies and initiatives.
14 Provide regular reports and insights to leadership on outreach cultural sensitivity recruitment efforts.
15 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1 Strong knowledge of cultural sensitivity best practices.
2 Knowledge of basic human resource principles, laws, and regulations
3 Knowledge of laws and regulations related to cultural sensitivity.
4 Knowledge of applicant tracking systems and other programs.
5 Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
6 Ability to build and maintain relationships with external organizations and community groups.
7 Ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment.
8 Ability to compile, write, and present reports related to program or administrative specialty.
9 Ability to provide strong customer service skills.
10 Ability to effectively use computer programs and systems.
11 Ability to be driven and self-motivated with exceptional communication and follow up skills to recruit the best talent in the shortest time frame.
12 Ability to be driven and self-motivated.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business
Experience
Three (3) years of experience performing human resources functions, including recruitment and outreach activities.
Preferences
Experience engaging with diverse communities is preferred.
Bilingual language skills in English and Spanish are highly preferred.
Salary Range
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.