Talent Acquisition Specialist

MERTZ INTEGRATION LLC is hiring a Talent Acquisition Specialist for our Human Resources team in Ponca City, OK (onsite). In this full-time, hourly, non-exempt role, you will support hiring goals by managing recruiting workflows end to end, using ATS tools and HR systems to keep candidates moving and teams informed.

Responsibilities

• Execute full life cycle recruiting and related employment activities, including onboarding support, assessments, disciplinary actions, and transfer coordination for field employees.
• Create and manage requisitions, review job specifications, develop screening questions, and determine interview approaches.
• Screen and assess applicants for skill level and role fit, then route candidates appropriately through the process.
• Coordinate candidate sourcing, interview scheduling, and job offers, including planning drug tests and background screenings.
• Build and maintain relationships with schools to support an internal employee pipeline and provide educational support for internal programs.
• Participate in career fairs, sourcing events, and recruiting projects as needed.
• Collaborate with the Recruiting Manager to develop recruiting strategy for assigned projects.
• Serve as a liaison between hiring managers and candidates to understand priorities, goals, and hiring needs.
• Attend recruitment events, job fairs, and conferences as needed.
• Maintain and process employee and candidate data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to track candidates and job stage progress.
• Handle operational and administrative components of the hire process, including background checks, setup of drug screens and health screens, and I9 & E-Verify compliance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support successful operations and business continuity.

Requirements

• Must successfully pass a background check, pre-employment drug screening, and any pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
• Proficiency in spoken English language.
• In-person role requiring predictable attendance.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma
• 3-5 years of human resource management and/or progressive talent acquisition experience required.
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
• Paycom experience is highly desirable.
• Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.

Skills & Competencies

• High proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to exhibit resilience and challenge or influence stakeholders at all levels to continuously improve candidate and hiring manager experiences.
• Data-driven decision-making and ability to lead with data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution capability.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, plus the ability to prioritize and delegate tasks when appropriate.
• Integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn HRIS and talent management systems.

Work Schedule and Logistics

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm
• Travel: Less than 25%
• Reports to: Talent Acquisition Manager
• Department: Human Resources

Work Environment

• Frequently required to walk, sit, climb, bend, and squat/kneel.
• Works primarily indoors, with prolonged sitting and computer work.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
• May be required to lift heavy objects; must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Work hours may include early mornings, late afternoons/evening hours, and weekends based on job demands.

Tools You’ll Use

• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Paycom
• Microsoft Office Suite
• HRIS
• I9
• E-Verify