Talent Acquisition Specialist

Are you a natural connector who can find the 'hidden gems' that will keep our community safe in the water?

Our mission is big—building a community of safer swimmers, reducing risks, and helping people feel confident in and around the water. That mission starts with hiring the right people. We’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist who’s ready to take the next step in their recruiting career. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience owning full-cycle recruiting while working closely with HR leadership and hiring managers to bring in the people who help keep our community safe in the water.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for recruiting and talent acquisition activities across the organization


• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective hiring strategies and recruiting plans


• Post job openings, source candidates, and manage the recruiting pipeline and applicant flow through the ATS


• Manage the interview cycle – from initial screening to offer, ensuring every candidate has a smooth and informed experience


• Build and maintain relationships with community career advisors, schools, and talent partners to support ongoing hiring needs


• Track recruiting activity, maintain accurate hiring records, and support recruiting metrics and reporting


• Assist with offer preparation, pre-employment steps, and onboarding coordination


• Continuously identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes, sourcing strategies, and employer branding

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)


• 2–3 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruiting, recruiting coordination, or HR support


• Experience managing full-cycle recruiting or operating as a primary recruiting resource is a plus


• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and candidate sourcing tools


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple roles and priorities


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially with candidate-facing communication


• Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership and work independently


• Creative, resourceful, and solutions-oriented


• Passion for connecting great people with a mission-driven organization

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to dive in and help us grow, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a team that makes a difference. 🍉

This position is based in Lutz and is not remote.

Watermelon Swim participates in the E-Verify program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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