Talent Acquisition Specialist

Canvas

Talent Acquisition Specialist enhancing recruitment processes for Canvas, supporting national defense. Managing full-cycle recruitment, candidate experience, and compliance with federal hiring regulations.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeNiceville • Alabama, Florida, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in full-cycle recruitment processes, including strategic partnership with hiring managers, proactive sourcing strategies, and compliance with federal hiring regulations. Strong ability to analyze recruitment data and implement process improvements while ensuring a positive candidate experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Cycle Recruitment ManagementApplicant Tracking System (ATS) ProficiencyHigh-Volume Requisition ManagementGovernment-Contracting Recruitment ExperienceData Analysis for Recruitment Trends

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionRecruitment Process ImprovementJob PostingCandidate ScreeningInterview CoordinationRecruitment Metrics GenerationProactive Sourcing StrategiesDiversity and Inclusion Hiring PracticesOnboarding CoordinationCompliance with Hiring Regulations

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailResults-Driven Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)Workday

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingCandidate ExperienceRecruitment EventsTalent Pipeline DevelopmentEquitable Hiring Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and continuously improve the full-cycle recruitment process, from job posting through onboarding coordination.
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide strategic guidance on job descriptions, candidate profiles, and selection approaches.
Utilize proactive sourcing strategies—including job boards, social media, networking, and talent pipeline development—to attract high-quality candidates.
Screen applications and conduct initial interviews, ensuring alignment with role requirements and organizational standards.
Coordinate interviews and maintain consistent, transparent communication with candidates throughout the process.
Maintain accurate and timely data in the applicant tracking system (ATS), including generating recruitment metrics and trend reports.
Ensure compliance with federal hiring regulations and internal policies, especially those related to government contracting.
Represent Canvas at job fairs, recruitment events, and community engagement activities.
Champion a positive, welcoming candidate experience grounded in Canvas’s culture and values.
Support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts by sourcing from diverse talent pools and promoting equitable hiring practices.
Recommend process improvements based on recruitment trends, time‑to‑fill data, and candidate feedback.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of relevant talent acquisition or recruitment experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted partnerships across teams.
Proficiency using applicant tracking systems (ATS); Workday experience is desired.
Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume requisition loads while maintaining exceptional candidate engagement.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for connecting individuals to fulfilling career opportunities.
Experience supporting hiring processes within government‑contracting environments is preferred.
Ability to analyze recruiting data to identify trends and recommend actionable improvements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package reflecting commitment to employee well-being and growth.