Copper River Shared Services is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our dynamic team! The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a critical role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support multiple operating companies under the Copper River Shared Services umbrella. This position will focus heavily on recruiting for blue-collar, SCA, and high-volume roles. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven ability to manage multiple requisitions and hiring priorities simultaneously.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
• Manage full-cycle recruiting for high-volume, blue-collar, and SCA roles across multiple operating companies.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop tailored recruiting strategies.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract and engage candidates in competitive markets.
• Leverage a variety of sourcing methods including job boards, ATS databases, social media, professional networks, trade schools, community outreach, and employee referrals.
• Screen resumes, conduct candidate assessments, and evaluate qualifications for alignment with job requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate interview processes, maintain consistent communication with candidates, and support offer preparation and negotiations.
• Deliver an excellent candidate experience by providing clear, timely communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry, tracking, and reporting in the Applicant Tracking System.
• Support proposal efforts, surge staffing requirements, and contract transitions when needed.
Essential Job Requirements:
• Experience:
o Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
o 2–4 years of recruiting experience, preferably in high-volume, blue-collar, or SCA environments.
o Experience supporting federal/government contracting recruitment is strongly preferred.
o Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Greenhouse preferred.
• Skills:
o Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across multiple operating companies.
o Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
o Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills with a focus on results.
About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:
Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.
The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.
Copper River’s Culture
The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Open leave policy and paid holidays
- Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.
Disclaimer:
The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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