Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Talent Acquisition Specialist at Fifth Wheel Freight is responsible for managing the recruiting pipeline, generating interest in FWF careers, conducting preliminary interviews, and ensuring a smooth interview process. This includes optimizing the Applicant Tracking System, engaging with candidates through various sourcing methods, and representing FWF at networking events.

To be successful as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Fifth Wheel Freight, candidates should have at least 3 years of recruiting experience, familiarity with managing an ATS, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Additionally, excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential to effectively articulate our career opportunities and company values.

Fifth Wheel Freight is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is embraced. As part of the Talent Acquisition Specialist role, you will champion our culture by promoting equality in the hiring process and fostering an environment that values every individual.

Networking is crucial for the Talent Acquisition Specialist at Fifth Wheel Freight. You will attend campus events and engage with potential candidates to represent the company and generate interest in FWF career opportunities, helping to build a robust pipeline of qualified talent.

Fifth Wheel Freight is recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies as well as a top workplace, which adds to its attractiveness to candidates. With a strong focus on company culture, inclusivity, and values that promote education and leadership, FWF offers a supportive environment for career growth.

When answering this question, showcase your specific experiences with ATS systems, highlighting any improvements or efficiencies you've implemented. Be ready to discuss how you utilize ATS for optimizing the recruiting process and maintaining candidate engagement.

Discuss your strategies for sourcing candidates, including using social media, networking events, and campus recruiting. Highlight your approach to engaging potential candidates and how you've successfully attracted talent in the past.

Give examples of the criteria you use to evaluate candidates, emphasizing your skills in assessing not only their qualifications but also cultural fit. Discuss how you prepare your interview questions based on the role and the company values.

When answering, share a specific example outlining the challenge you faced, the actions you took to improve the recruitment process, and the measurable outcomes achieved, such as reduced time-to-fill or increased candidate quality.

Discuss your techniques for staying in touch with candidates, such as regular updates, feedback after interviews, and involving them in the company culture through social media engagement.

Emphasize the importance of teamwork and communication. Explain how you have previously worked with marketing to align messaging for recruitment campaigns and how it benefited the hiring process.

Show your understanding of the importance of candor and professional communication. Describe how you would provide constructive feedback and keep the candidate engaged for future opportunities.

Outline specific recruiting tools and platforms you have successfully used, such as applicant tracking systems, social media networks, and job boards, highlighting how they have aided in the recruitment process.

Talk about your commitment to continuous learning through attending webinars, reading industry publications, and participating in professional organizations to stay current with the latest hiring practices and market trends.

Express your understanding of the impact of company culture on employee retention and performance. Discuss how you integrate insights about company culture into your recruitment process to find candidates that align with FWF’s values.