Talent Acquisition Specialist III

About CORE

CORE Electric Cooperative is the largest member-owned electric distribution cooperative in Colorado dedicated to providing reliable, affordable, clean, and safe electric service to our communities. With a commitment to innovation and member satisfaction, we strive to meet the evolving needs of our members while maintaining the highest standards of service excellence.

Job Summary

As a Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning Specialist, you will be responsible for full-cycle workforce management – creating and implementing best practices and solutions for recruitment, selection, and workforce planning. You will be responsible for managing the entire recruitment process, from identifying candidates to negotiating offers as well as leading the organization’s workforce planning efforts to align organizational objectives with human capital needs. This role requires a deep understanding of the organization’s goals and culture, as well as the ability to strategize and execute effective recruitment and workforce plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Designs and implements innovative recruitment and retention strategies to attract qualified candidates, including leveraging social media, networking events, job boards, and employee referrals as well as developing and preparing recruitment materials.

- Utilizes various sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates, including direct sourcing, networking, and partnering with external agencies when necessary.

- Conducts thorough candidate screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit. Provides timely feedback and guidance to hiring managers throughout the selection process.

- Builds and maintains strong relationships with candidates to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process. Keeps candidates informed and engaged at every stage, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.

- Partners closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develops job descriptions, and establishes selection criteria. Provides guidance and support to hiring managers on best practices for interviewing and evaluating candidates. Identifies critical skill sets and competencies needed for success. Develops targeted recruitment and retention strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent.

- Manages offer negotiations, including salary discussions, benefits packages, and start dates. Works closely with People Operations and legal teams to ensure compliance with organizational policies and employment laws.

- Tracks key recruitment metrics, such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate satisfaction, to evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment efforts. Provides regular reports and analysis to stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.

- Develops and maintains the organization’s new employee orientation program to onboard new employees.

- Serves as a super user and subject matter expert of the applicant tracking system.

- Manages the organization’s intern program.

- Documents and maintains recruitment and workforce-related processes, policies, and procedures.

- Manages the recruitment and workforce planning budget.

- Performs additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field.

- 5-10 years’ experience in recruiting strongly preferred with a focus on full-cycle recruitment, talent acquisition strategies, and workforce planning initiatives.

- Proven track record of exhibiting a high degree of integrity while successfully sourcing and hiring top talent in a competitive market.

- Strong knowledge of recruitment tools and technologies, including applicant tracking systems and social media platforms.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with candidates and hiring managers.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Requires valid Colorado driver’s license with satisfactory driving record within Cooperative standards.

- Satisfactory background check results.

- Satisfactory results of a pre-employment drug screen.

- Proficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

- Master’s degree preferred.

- Certification in HR or recruiting (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR, AIRS) a plus.

- Experience as a HR Generalist with broad industry knowledge.

Application Timeline

The application deadline for this job is estimated to be 3/24/2026. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs, the availability of qualified candidates, and whether the role is filled or not. We encourage qualified candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on opportunities.

Knowledge and Skills

The job requires normal mental and visual attention.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

- The duties and tasks involve sedentary work and may require the ability to lift a maximum of 25 pounds. Working conditions are good, in an indoor environment. With notice, the job may require working weekends and/or evenings to participate in, or manage, CORE events, job fairs, etc. Travel to District offices and/or job fairs or community recruiting events may be required.

- The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

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Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

CORE offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following...

- 9/80 work schedule: every other Friday off!

- Nine paid holidays per year

- 160 Hours of accruable PTO per year

- Paid parental leave

- Education and training reimbursement

- Volunteer paid time off

- 100% Cooperative paid benefits, including:

- Defined benefit pension plan

- Medical insurance

- Dental insurance

- Vision insurance

- Short term disability

- Long term disability

- Employee assistance program

- Life insurance

- HSA with employer contribution

- 401(k) with up to 4% match. Immediately 100% vested

- Length of service program

- Free Onsite EV charging stations (at certain locations)

- Onsite micro market (at certain locations)

- Onsite gym with golf simulator and massage chairs (at certain locations)

CORE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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- Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

- We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with federal law. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at hr@core.coop