Job Description

Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don't just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).

Purpose:

Supports EFCO's people strategy by translating workforce needs into aligned talent acquisition and internal mobility plans. This role functions at the intersection of recruiting operations and strategic workforce support. A subject matter expert in talent acquisition and recruiting, responsible for developing and executing talent strategies that support EFCO's business objectives and workforce planning. The Talent Partner collaborates across HR, with business leaders and learning functions to attract, engage, and hire top talent aligned with EFCO's values and operational needs. Applying market insights, data analytics, and process optimization to enhance hiring effectiveness, strengthen internal pipelines, and support EFCO's values. This position requires a forward-thinking mindset, strong relationship-building skills, and a data-informed approach to hiring.

EFCO Culture Statement

Act with INTEGRITY by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for QUALITY through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace INNOVATION by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver SUPER SERVICE by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.



Key Responsibilities

Strategic Talent Consulting & Workforce Alignment (40%)

Act as a consultative partner to business leaders translating workforce plans and capability needs into integrated talent strategies. Conduct intake conversations, aligning job scoping, success profiles, and selection criteria to business outcomes and team needs. Support job description creation, hiring guide development and toolkit adoption. Monitor external labor market trends and internal workforce data to advise on talent gaps, competition, and internal movement opportunities. Partner with HR and compensation teams to align talent attraction strategies with pay philosophy, role design, and internal equity. Support career pathing and internal pipeline development by aligning external hiring with internal readiness. Champion inclusive and equitable hiring practices across the organization.

Talent Sourcing Employer Brand Activation (30%)

Execute talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber candidates for critical roles, leveraging market insights, proactive sourcing, and internal development paths. Build pro-active talent pipelines for future needs through networking with universities, trade schools, professional associations, and community organizations for targeted outreach and diverse talent. Utilize job boards, social media, networking, and direct sourcing to engage potential candidates. Partner with hiring managers to assess needs and align recruitment strategies with business objectives. Promote EFCO's Employee Value Proposition (EVP) through targeted campaigns, recruitment marketing, team member stories, and internal brand champions. Partner with marketing and communications on social media, Glassdoor, and employer brand presence. Manage internal and external vendor, agency, and platform partnerships to optimize outcomes.

Process Optimization & Hiring Experience (20%)

Lead continuous improvement in recruitment, from pre-selection through onboarding, focusing on consistency, speed, quality of hire, and candidate engagement. Create and maintain hiring guides, interview templates, evaluation tools, and onboarding resources. Implement standardized feedback loops (surveys, interviews, hiring manager check-ins) to improve candidate and stakeholder experience. Utilize the ATS and HRIS platforms to enhance recruitment automation, data integrity, and system functionality. Provide training on structured interviewing, talent tools, and inclusive practices Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and support recruitment marketing campaigns.

Talent Insights & Data-Driven Strategy (10%)

Maintain applicant data within EFCO's Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure efficient process flow and create inform decision-making, forecasting, and talent strategy. Collaborate with HR and L&D on closing capability gaps and preparing the organization for future skill demands. Contribute to change management initiatives related to recruiting technology rollouts, hiring manager enablement, and process transformation.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, to meet organizational goals and priorities.



Qualifications

Education: Bachelor'sdegree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required; Master'sdegree preferred Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience preferred; Proven success in recruitmentand talent strategy Certification(s) and License(s): SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar credentials are preferred Leadership: N/A Computer Skills: Proficiencywith Applicant Tracking Systems(ATS), Human Resources Information Systems; Microsoft Office, and recruitment platforms Other Requirements: Must demonstrateexcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; Ability to manage multiple open roles and meet time-sensitive hiring goals; Must be results-driven, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively; Strong understanding of employment regulations and candidate evaluation techniques. Occasional travel for career fairs, recruiting events, and partnership engagements.

Core Competencies

Communication: Communicates effectively verbally and?in writing, producing clear, concise, and professional content and adapting style to audience and setting Collaboration: Works well with others toward shared goals, contributing constructively to team efforts Relationship Building: Develops and maintainsproductive, respectful relationships across teams and functions. Organizational Awareness: Understands the company's structure, priorities, and how decisions impactthe broader business Judgment: Makes sound decisions by evaluating facts, risks, and potential outcomes

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Life and AD&D insurance 401k options PTO Tuition Reimbursement 10 paid holidays Employee Assistance Program

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.



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