Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Dover Hospice

Ladue, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Lifecycle Management, Candidate Sourcing, Direct Outreach, LinkedIn Recruiter, Cold Calling, Employer Branding, Candidate Experience, Workforce Needs Assessment, Hiring Strategy, Employment Regulation Compliance, Applicant Tracking Systems, Recruiting Metrics Analysis, Cost-Effective Talent Solutions, Interviewing, Offer Negotiation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description About Dover Health: Dover Health is a part of The Dover Companies, a vertically integrated healthcare organization established in 2007, which also includes Cedarhurst Senior Living, Dover Development, Brahms Construction, Dover Capital, and Medicine Express. Focused on providing comprehensive healthcare services to seniors, Dover Health aims to bridge the gap between traditional medical care and the evolving needs of aging populations through services such as home health, hospice care, private duty services, and primary care. Aligned with the mission of The Dover Companies, Dover Health is committed to creating an environment where each person feels loved, valued, supported, and able to live life to the fullest. Dover Health is committed to enhancing the quality of life for seniors by delivering patient-centered care that allows them to remain in their own homes with dignity and comfort. Why Work for Dover Health: We believe our team is our greatest strength. That’s why we invest in comprehensive training, as well as opportunities for both personal and professional growth. We’re committed to promoting from within and supporting team members who want to build their careers with us. Cedarhurst offers a competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match (after one year of service) for eligible employees. Additional Benefits Include: Work that makes a difference in the lives of our patients and community An on-site gym with brand-new equipment A personal trainer offering daily group classes, stretching sessions, and one-on-one training Catered lunches twice a week, prepared by our on-site chef Monthly team events and more Position Summary: The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, reporting directly to the Talent Acquisition Manager, independently manages the full recruitment lifecycle while serving as a strategic advisor to hiring managers and business leaders. This role determines and implements recruitment strategies, evaluates candidate qualifications, recommends hiring decisions, and analyzes recruiting metrics and labor market data to drive process improvements and align talent acquisition with organizational objectives. The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist also advises leadership on current and future staffing needs, leads initiatives to enhance employer branding and candidate experience, ensures compliance with employment regulations and internal policies, and optimizes recruitment systems and workflows to deliver cost-effective, high-impact talent solutions. Essential Duties: The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Independently manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer negotiation, while delivering a strong candidate and hiring manager experience. Proactively source candidates through direct outreach, cold calling, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed Smart Sourcing, other job boards, networking events, industry groups, and social platforms. Determine and implement targeted sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill and high-impact roles based on market data, role complexity, and business urgency. Engage in social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.) as well as network with candidates as potential employees, not only when actively recruiting. Conduct ongoing market research to stay informed on talent trends, competitive hiring practices, and sourcing strategies. Partner with the Marketing team to develop and promote employer branding initiatives, including social media content, employee testimonials, recruitment campaigns, and hiring event promotion. Serve as a company ambassador, actively promoting the organization’s culture, mission, and values to prospective candidates. Publish and optimize job postings across platforms (Indeed, LinkedIn, niche job boards) to attract high quality candidates. Represent the organization at career fairs, networking events, and community outreach initiatives. Determine applicant requirements by reviewing job descriptions and qualifications; conduct phone screens and in-depth interviews, verify references, and assess candidate qualifications and cultural fit against job requirements. Consult with hiring managers and business leaders to assess workforce needs, recommend recruitment strategies, and influence hiring decisions based on labor market conditions and organizational priorities. Ensure compliance with internal recruiting policies, employment regulations, and best practices throughout all stages of the hiring process. Champion inclusion and diversity in the recruitment process. Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites. Own and manage the end-to-end candidate and onboarding experience from initial outreach through start date, ensuring a seamless and positive journey. Partner closely with hiring managers to keep them informed at every stage and create a welcoming transition, and conduct new hire check-ins to gather feedback and support successful integration. Maintain and optimize the Applicant Tracking System and Onboarding platforms, ensuring access controls, permissions, and training materials remain up to date. Provide troubleshooting support to users and evaluate system functionality to recommend improvements based on feedback and recruitment needs. Track, analyze, and report on key recruiting metrics including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source-of-hire, and candidate outreach volume using Excel, ATS reporting tools, and business intelligence platforms to drive continuous improvement. Manage recruitment expenses to ensure budget adherence, recommending cost-effective strategies and optimizing spend across job boards, advertising, and other sourcing channels. Develop and deliver Talent Acquisition training sessions and materials, and support the implementation of new initiatives to streamline onboarding and enhance the hiring process. Monitor and manage application flow across open roles, ensuring timely review and feedback from hiring managers. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications, Education and/or Experience: 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, skills, and abilities required. Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Two or more (2+) years of experience in the recruiting industry is required, with healthcare experience strongly preferred. Experience recruiting within the healthcare industry strongly preferred; experience supporting senior living is a plus. Familiarity with employment law is preferred. Understanding of applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools is required. Experience with Paylocity is a plus. This position is required to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong skills in attention to detail and accuracy is required. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to support ATS issues and improve recruitment processes is preferred. Familiarity with tracking and analyzing recruitment data to assess key performance metrics is preferred. Proficiency in MS Office suite and experience with HRIS systems is preferred. Working Conditions: As part of The Dover Company’s commitment to providing outstanding care and support, the company ensures that staff work under conditions that prioritize safety, collaboration, and professional growth. The conditions listed below define the experience of working in the Home Office or remotely. This position may involve a range of physical activities, including those outlined in the Essential Duties, but is not limited to them. This position may need to walk or stand for extended periods. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand/move, communicate, and identify written information. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently. This role is measured by key recruiting metrics (KPIs) and requires maintain performance standards to ensure successful hiring outcomes. This position requires the employee to be present at the corporate office daily. The role involves working at a desk for most of the workday. This position may need to move through areas of the corporate office or other worksites of the organization. Occasional travel (up to 30%) may be required for recruitment events, training events, or site visits, depending on the organization’s needs. This position involves juggling multiple recruitment processes simultaneously, which requires strong time management and organizational skills. There may be deadlines for hiring specific roles or initiatives. Must be proficient in video conferencing tools, email, and Microsoft Office Suite for managing reports, schedules, and communications. This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Responsibilities

This specialist independently manages the entire recruitment lifecycle, acting as a strategic advisor to leaders by determining and implementing recruitment strategies based on market data and organizational objectives. Essential duties include proactive candidate sourcing, managing the end-to-end candidate experience, ensuring compliance, and optimizing recruitment systems and reporting metrics.