DEIA Talent Attraction and Retention Specialist

Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionPaylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.There are jobs and then there are careers. Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career!Position OverviewThis individual is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and developing strategies specific to Paylocity’s diverse talent attraction & retention efforts and outcomes.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• Partner with Talent Acquisition team members to create strategies to attract diverse talent.• Develop relationships with top talent in market proactively (from conferences / referrals/ leads /networking) and share them with TA colleagues and or business leaders.• Partner and formulate strategies and execution plan to maximize our partnerships, brand awareness and relationships, through networking events and conferences.• Head up diverse conference strategy and thus add value to overall TA conference strategy.• Partner with TA leadership and TA colleagues to understand and address any DEIA concerns with regards to talent attraction.• Recommend guidance related to opportunities, to address any diversity gaps when it comes to hiring talents.• Collaborate with our internal stakeholders and teams, to align with the broader Paylocity branding, strategy, and communication.• Be a liaison and TA ambassador and voice, during internal DEIA initiatives and meetings.• Present strategies and results to TA leadership on outcomes and deliverables.• Work closely with Director DEIA/CSR to understand Paylocity’s DEIA attraction and retention strategies and objectives• In collaboration with and oversight from Director DEIA/CSR, identify strategies to support company-wide attraction and retention programming.• Be a liaison and Talent Acquisition ambassador during internal DEIA initiatives and meetings.• Identify significant diversity gaps relative to hiring practices.• Stay informed on industry trends and use this knowledge to help enhance and refine Paylocity’s talent attraction and retention approach.Required Education And Experience• Minimum of 3 years Talent Acquisition background• DEI knowledge – In depth understanding of DEI principles, best practices, and challenges within corporate settings• Proven track record of successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams.• Current or previous experience in engaging and influencing senior leadership and other key stakeholders.• Strategic and analytical thinker• Strong presentation and written communication skills• Must be able to demonstrate strong business acumen.• Advanced Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)• Demonstrable experience managing deadlines for deliverables.• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while keeping the needs of the business partners top of mind.• Strong organization and planning skills, proactively prioritizing critical work.• High degree of integrity and ability to work with confidential information.• High school diplomaPaylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better.We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact accessibility@paylocity.com.This role can be performed from any office in the US. The pay range for this position is $58,900 - $90,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.