The Talent Acquisition Specialist is a critical member of the recruitment team, responsible for managing the full-cycle hiring process. This role oversees everything from job requisition creation to candidate offer management, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for both candidates and hiring managers. Key responsibilities include sourcing talent through diverse channels, screening resumes, conducting pre-screen interviews, coordinating interviews, and maintaining clear communication throughout the process. The specialist will collaborate closely with hiring managers to refine strategies, gather feedback, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience. Additional duties include maintaining the ATS, conducting reference checks with HR, and ensuring compliance with employment regulations. Key Responsibilities + Job Requisition & Posting Management + Partner with hiring managers to create and manage job postings that accurately reflect position requirements, including roles for the Summer Intern Program with CMAA. + Candidate Sourcing & Pipeline Development + Identify and attract candidates through job boards, staffing agencies, networking, and other channels. Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs. + Screening & Interview Coordination + Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and schedule interviews with hiring managers. Assist with reference checks and manage personnel documentation. + Candidate Communication & Feedback + Maintain timely, transparent communication with candidates throughout the process. Collect feedback from candidates and hiring managers to improve recruitment strategies. + Offer Management & Documentation + Prepare and distribute offer letters and related documentation. Ensure accurate tracking and reporting within the ATS. + Compliance & Documentation + Collaborate with HR and marketing to complete exclusivity agreements and LAWA submissions. + Innovative Recruiting Strategies + Research and implement new platforms, job boards, and networking methods to attract top talent. + Reporting & Team Collaboration + Participate in team meetings, maintain tracking sheets, and provide regular recruitment updates to management. Required Skills & Qualifications + Core Skills: Talent acquisition, full-cycle recruiting, ATS management, technical recruiting + Industry Experience: Minimum 5+ years in recruitment/talent acquisition within the AEC industry (architecture, engineering, construction) + Preferred Experience: Recruitment for government projects (residential experience acceptable) + Roles Recruited: Job captains, construction managers, architects, project managers, etc. + Tools: LinkedIn Recruiter, AIA, Glassdoor, Indeed, and other recruiting platforms + Additional Requirements: + Ability to manage a requisition load of 5+ + Familiarity with any ATS system Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 25, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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