Applicant Tracking System, Candidate Pipeline, Candidate Sourcing, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Emergency Response, Emergency Services, Entrepreneurship, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Follow Through, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Human Resources Management, Interviewing Skills, Job Fairs, LinkedIn, Microsoft Office, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Persuasion Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Recruiting Strategy, Sales, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Targeted Advertising, Team Player, Time Management, Vehicle Fleets, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Birmingham, AL
POSTED
Today
Talent Acquisition Specialist
At Sunbelt Fire, our people are at the heart of everything we do—and finding the right talent is essential to supporting our mission and continued growth. We're seeking a driven and relationship-focused talent acquisition specialist to help us attract exceptional team members who share our commitment to service, integrity, and our family-oriented culture.
In this role, you'll be a trusted partner to hiring managers, lead a full-cycle recruitment process, and represent Sunbelt Fire's core values across every candidate interaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships, and want to make a meaningful impact with a company with a proud history and a clear vision for the future, we'd love to meet you.
Your Day-to-Day
Gain a deep understanding of the business, structure, industry, and customer needs through research, shadowing, and training
Build strong, collaborative relationships with hiring managers to understand immediate and long-term hiring needs
Develop recruitment strategies for key roles and maintain a robust referral network and external sourcing contacts
Proactively build and nurture talent pipelines using targeted advertising, career fairs, social media, professional networking, and employee referrals
Partner with the HR Manager to design and execute recruitment plans aligned with company growth
Manage the full-cycle hiring process, including requisitions, job postings, interviews, and candidate communication
Use the ATS to maintain organized, compliant, and accurate candidate records
Coordinate interview scheduling, deliver an excellent candidate experience, and guide candidates through onsite visits and office tours
Collaborate with hiring managers on offer packages and support onboarding for a smooth new-hire transition
Champion Sunbelt Fire's values, mission, and family-oriented culture in all recruiting interactions
Promote Sunbelt Fire as an employer of choice across all recruiting channels
Clearly communicate expectations, team environment, and culture throughout the candidate experience
Demonstrate passion and professionalism while recruiting in a highly specialized market
What You Bring to the Team
Bachelor's degree preferred
Industry specific recruiting experience in fire apparatus sales and service, emergency response equipment, or in an adjacent market such as heavy equipment, diesel service, or fleet maintenance is a plus
3 or more years of recruiting experience required
Experience with candidate sourcing tools (LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.)
Experience operating within an applicant tracking system (ATS) preferred
Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-up skills
Possesses problem-solving and oral/written persuasive communication skills
Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
Ability to establish priorities, manage deadlines, and exercise a high degree of professionalism in interactions with levels of internal and external stakeholders
Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Position Type: Full-time position. Work hours are typically Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Periodic work outside of typical work hours may be required for candidate interviews, trainings, or other company events.
Travel: Periodic travel is required to visit company locations, attend recruiting events, or support onboarding and training events.
Benefits:
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision benefits offered through BCBS of Alabama and Mutual of Omaha
Company paid Life Insurance
Company paid Long-Term Disability (Short-Term Offered)
401k with Company Match
Vacation and Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Industry training and continuing education in field
All positions are subject to background check and drug test.
If you're excited about this opportunity to succeed with a fast growing, entrepreneurial company...apply today!