Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist - Data Analytics
Requisition Id: 4232
Salary: $58,116.00 - $72,528.00
Salary Grade: S9
Job Location: Commission Headquarters - Jefferson City, Missouri
Closing Date: October 31, 2025
Benefits Include: Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays, Health insurance, Flexible schedule, Employment development and training, Clothing allowance, State retirement plan, Employee Credit Union, Deferred compensation saving and investment plan, Tuition reimbursement, Cafeteria program, Paid life insurance, Paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance, Employee wellness and assistance programs, and State Discounts.
Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals and responsible stewards that are dedicated to our mission and believe in One MDC.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity within our Human Resources Branch, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor- Michelle D. Dobbins at Michelle.Dobbins@mdc.mo.gov or at 573 -522 -4115, ext 3688. We look forward to answering your questions and visiting with you!
Summary/Objective
The Talent Acquisition Specialist – Data Analytics role provides valuable data to identify trends as it relates to candidate experience, retention, and reasons for employee departures. The candidate selected for this role will assume primary work responsibilities that involve ad hoc reporting, creating data metrics/dashboards, talent acquisition, HRIS administration, salary administration, and program management. Additional responsibilities involve developing, executing, and continuously enhancing Department-wide programs, such as candidate experience, community outreach, mentorship, partnership, and the hourly hiring process.
At MDC, we are committed to finding top talent who are motived to grow, demonstrate a strong work ethic and innovativeness, embrace differences, and are dedicated to helping others. We are interested in professionals who are excited to become Conservation Ambassadors and share the passion towards preserving, conserving, and educating the public about Missouri’s fish, forest, and wildlife resources.
If you are driven to make a difference and are eager to help others to find their passion, come join our team!
Essential Job Duties
- Oversee recruitment, selection, onboarding processes and continued employment processes for all staff, including pre-employment screenings, orientations, pay changes, service awards, and others.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as time to fill, cost per hire, and candidate experience.
- Analyze and interpret recruitment data to identify trends and insights and make recommendations on regular human resources related functions.
- Create reports and use data visulaiztion tools to present findings to Talent Acquisition Manager and to leadership.
- Provide recommendations for improving the efficiencey and effectiveness of talent acquisition processes.
- Oversees programs such as internship, community outreach, mentorship, partnership creation and pipeline development.
- Verify and process benefits eligibility and enrollment requests and reimbursements and ensure compliance local, state and federal regulations.
- Maintain accurate and confidential files for employees, retirees and terminations based on company, local, state and federal guidelines and respond to file inquiries.
- Communicate with and respond to questions and inquiries related to Human Resources functions from employees, retirees, managers, supervisors, external vendors, etc.
- Train and mentor supervisors and staff in human resources policies, procedures and best practices.
- Develop, update, and distribute company policies and ensure the accuracy of information.
- Stays informed of latest trends and best practices in candidate experience by attending state/national conferences, meetings and/or professional training sessions.
- Perform periodic policy, file, and program audits.
- Manage external vendor accounts and contracts.
Ancillary Job Duties
- Other duties, as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Labor or Industrial Relations, Psychology or closely related field.
- At least three years of progressively responsible professional experience in HR.
- Must maintain a valid, current driver's license.
- Knowledge of an application tracking system is desirable.
- Master's Degree in a related field is desired.
- Experience working in Talent Acquisition, Informational Technology or Recruitment field is desirable.
- Lean six sigma certification is desirable.
- Knowledge of LinkedIn or other social media platforms is desirable.
- SPHR or SHRM certification is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state and local laws and statutes.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, retirees and organizations.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Ability to use provided computer technology to enhance the quality of work and programs.
- Ability to keep focused on understanding, anticipating and responding to the needs of customers.
- Ability to accept change and new information and cope with job pressure and stress.
- Ability to identify internal and external politics that impact the work of the Department.
- Ability to define a problem, analyze relevant information, and develop solutions and plans to solve the problem.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to travel and stay overnight, as needed.
- Interpersonal communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including public outreach.
- Strong analytical and business analysis skills, including reading, writing, speaking, critical thinking, problem-solving, and data interpretation.
- Efficiently produce well-written documents and correspondence along with verbal presentation skills.
Work Environment
- Work is typically performed in a standard office environment.
Physical Abilities
- Remain in a stationary position 70% or more of the time.
- Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
- Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
- Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
- Regularly lift up to 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 10 pounds.
- Concentrated attention is required at all times.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.
Exemption Status/Special Notes
This position has been determined to be Exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.
Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.
MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.
The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment.
Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment.
All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.
Nearest Major Market: Jefferson City
Nearest Secondary Market: Columbia Missouri