Job DescriptionPosition Title: Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist (Iowa)Department: People OperationsReports To: Director, Talent AcquisitionFLSA Status: ExemptLocation: Sioux Center, Des Moines, or ClarionAbout Us:Joining the Versova family of companies is more than just starting a new job. When you are employed by Versova, you immediately are part of something bigger - a team of dedicated individuals working under a common set of core values and guiding principles. As an organization and as individuals within that organization, we are guided by principles that include excellence, ownership, initiative, execution, and continuous improvement.The Versova team is built from people who will integrate our shared values into their lives and work with our companies. Together we celebrate our collective efforts, perform to our highest potential, help others, enrich our communities, and maintain strong ethical standards and accountability for our actions.Our expectation of our team members is that every employee will take ownership by accepting accountability for their actions and proactively take initiative to execute any task. Our team members are good stewards of our people, birds, product, and equipment. Our team members also possess an attitude of servant leadership by always asking what can I do to help . Finally, by continuously striving to improve, our team members are driving our organization to be the premier egg producer in the world.Team members that share and embrace our philosophy can expect Versova to provide opportunities for growth and clear paths toward advancement in our company.Our business and commitment to service is built around the following Core Values, which we instill in all our employees:1) Recognition2) Initiative3) Service4) Ownership5) Integrity6) Excellence7) Safety Security8) Community9) RespectJob Summary:The Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist for Iowa will be responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to attract, engage, and hire top talent for Versova and its farms. This role involves partnering with site hiring managers across Iowa to identify staffing needs, sourcing qualified candidates, conducting interviews, and ensuring a seamless and positive experience for all candidates. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of talent acquisition strategies, a strong network within the industry, and the ability to support regional hiring needs while driving diversity and inclusion initiatives.Essential Job Functions:
- Manage full-cycle recruitment for positions across Iowa, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and extending offers.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to develop job descriptions and recruitment strategies that align with business needs.
- Source talent through various channels, including online platforms, networking events, industry associations, and employee referrals.
- Build and maintain a talent pipeline for future hiring needs.
- Conduct initial phone screens and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Manage relationships with third-party recruiting agencies and staffing firms when necessary.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations throughout the hiring process.
- Track and report on key recruitment metrics, such as time-to-fill and cost-per-hire.
- Actively promote Versova's employer brand and drive engagement through participation in job fairs, recruitment events, and community outreach.
- Lead diversity and inclusion hiring initiatives, ensuring a diverse pool of candidates for all positions.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruiting and various sourcing strategies.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically about recruiting challenges.
- High level of professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
- Proven track record of successfully recruiting for a variety of roles in different industries and geographic regions.
- Experience working with an ATS (e.g., ADP RM)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience recruiting for roles within the agricultural, manufacturing, or logistics industries.
- Knowledge of Iowa talent market and specific challenges.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
- Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
Work Environment:
- This is an on-site, office, position with occasional travel for recruitment events and meetings.
- A hybrid schedule may be considered, with a minimum of 3 days in the office each week.
- Standard office hours, with flexibility based on business needs.
Join Versova and become part of a great team!Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.)NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.