Talent Acquisition Specialist – Craft Labor Recruiting Coordinator

📍 Location: Columbus, MS
🕓 Full-Time | Entry to Mid-Level
📅 Posted: October 2025

About Gregory Construction

Gregory Construction is a trusted leader in the construction industry, committed to excellence, safety, and service. Guided by Christian principles, we take pride in building relationships as strong as the projects we deliver. We’re seeking a motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist (Craft Labor Recruiting Coordinator) to help us attract and hire top talent for our craft field teams.

Position Overview

The Recruiter (Entry–Mid Level) will focus on sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified candidates for hourly construction craft roles. This role will manage candidate pipelines within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), support onboarding, and represent Gregory Construction at career fairs and community recruiting events. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in Talent Acquisition within a mission-driven organization.

What You’ll Do

• Source and recruit craft labor candidates through job boards, networking, and community outreach

• Review applications, conduct phone screens, and coordinate interviews

• Maintain accurate candidate records and pipeline tracking in the ATS

• Assist with job postings and advertising across various platforms

• Participate in career fairs, workforce events, and community recruiting initiatives

• Support onboarding to ensure a positive candidate experience

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs

• Perform other recruiting-related duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills — both written and verbal

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Professional demeanor with a focus on relationship-building

• Comfortable with outreach and public engagement at job fairs and community events

Qualifications

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

• 0–2 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or human resources (internship experience accepted)

• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) preferred

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Teams

• Bilingual (Spanish preferred) — not required, but a plus

Core Competencies

• Customer Service: Responds promptly to candidate and hiring manager needs

• Ethics & Values: Aligns with Gregory Construction’s Christian principles

• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly to changing recruiting needs

• Organization & Planning: Manages recruiting tasks efficiently

• Problem Solving: Identifies and addresses challenges in the hiring process

Why Join Gregory Construction?

• Collaborative, values-driven culture

• Opportunities for professional development and growth

• Meaningful work supporting skilled trade careers

• Competitive pay and benefits

🧰 Job Type: Full-Time
💼 Department: People & Culture
📋 Reports To: Director of People