MLGW is the nation's largest three-service municipal utility, serving over 440,000 customers representing diverse backgrounds. Since 1939, MLGW has met the utility needs of Memphis and Shelby County residents by delivering reliable and affordable electricity, natural gas, and water service. We provide a full range of customer-oriented services, including a major role in the economic development for our customers.

MLGW recognizes that our greatest assets are our employees and value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for career growth, training, and development. MLGW offers competitive benefits including PTO, pension and 457B retirement plan. We are dedicated to corporate social responsibility through community volunteerism and giving.

MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination.

The essential responsibilities of the Talent Acquisition Recruiter 1 will report to Talent Acquisition Supervisor. The Talent Acquisition Recruiter 1 is responsible for providing administrative and logistical support of company-wide recruiting efforts. The Talent Acquisition Recruiter 1 monitors and applies HR recruiting best practices in the design and implementation of the overall departmental recruiting strategy. Perform job and task analysis to document job requirements and objectives. The Talent Acquisition Recruiter 1 will provide analytical and well documented recruiting reports to present to the rest of the team/ organization. Source and recruit candidates by using databases, social media etc., while acting as a point of contact and building influential candidate relationships, both internal/ external, during the selection process to promote the company's reputation as a best place to work. The Talent Acquisition Recruiter 1 will conduct regular follow-up with managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation, while provide other support, as needed. Assist talent acquisition efforts by posting jobs, assisting with the screening, interviewing, reference check, background check and offer letter process. Additionally, assist with job fairs and college recruiting events. Assist with MS Outlook meeting calendar and scheduling for team members. Perform duties as required.

Qualification Requirements:
To perform the Talent Acquisition Recruiter 1 role, you must:
-Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field with 0-2 years of experience in recruitment or Associate Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field with 4-6 years of experience in recruitment or High School Diploma with 8-10 years of recruitment experience. -Experience in social media. -Proficiency with MS Office Suite, in documenting processes and keeping up with industry trend. -Must successfully complete Lopez Assessment Certification within 90-day period. -Must have computer software skills in word processing, presentation, and spreadsheets. -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. -Bilingual and be able to read, write and speak Spanish proficiently preferred. -Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Physical Working Conditions:
Works inside majority of time. Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular basis; and some dexterity in operating office equipment. The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities.