Talent Acquisition Specialist

WorldWide Logistics is growing fast in one of the most dynamic 3PL markets in the country, and that momentum shows up in how we work and how we support employees. You will join a collaborative, supportive team culture where ideas are valued, continuous improvement matters, and opportunities for career advancement are real. Based onsite in Urbandale, IA (off I-80/35), this role supports recruitment in a modern 76,000-square-foot HQ completed in 2023, with a café, collaborative spaces, food markets, a large outdoor patio seating area, and a quarter-mile lighted walking path around a serene pond.

What you’ll do

The Talent Acquisition Specialist manages full-cycle recruiting to identify, attract, and hire qualified candidates aligned with company needs, culture, values, and priorities. You will partner with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements and develop sourcing and employer-branding strategies that support ongoing growth.

• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Own the full-cycle recruitment process from intake through offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Proactively source passive candidates through networking, referrals, social media platforms, and other creative methods.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates, then present qualified talent and hiring recommendations to managers.
• Create compelling job postings and promote the employer brand across multiple recruiting channels.
• Maintain accurate recruiting data and candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Represent the company at career fairs, networking events, and other recruiting initiatives.
• Support employer branding by creating and sharing recruiting content across social media and other talent attraction channels.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and company policies throughout the hiring process.
• Hunt and engage passive candidates for specialized and hard-to-fill positions using targeted outreach, professional networking, industry research, social media, and résumé databases.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Minimum 2 years of full-cycle recruiting or Talent Acquisition experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (as applicable).
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across organizational levels.
• Proven experience sourcing and recruiting passive candidates using advanced sourcing techniques and professional networking.
• Consultative mindset with the ability to influence hiring decisions and partner effectively with business leaders.
• Strong organization and time management, with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Analytical skills with experience using recruiting metrics to drive hiring decisions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); Paycom experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of employment laws and recruiting best practices.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with recruiting trends and sourcing methodologies.

Tools and technology

You will work with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Paycom.

Benefits and culture

• Brand new HQ building in Urbandale off I-80/35
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Catered lunches and weekly food trucks
• Monthly Employee Appreciation Day
• Company swag
• Employee clubs: Gardening, Art, Book, Dungeons and Dragons, etc.
• Bags Tournaments (future outdoor recreation coming soon)
• Community involvement
• Casual dress
• PTO plan
• Full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision, flexible spending plans, life insurance, voluntary life, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability, 401k with a match, and a voluntary ID Theft plan
• Access to cutting-edge technology
• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• A company where your ideas are valued

Why WorldWide Logistics

Since 1999, WorldWide Logistics has grown exponentially, supported by reinforced core values and pride in the work we do every day. As a fast-growing 3PL, we operate with an innovative and progressive culture designed to support career growth and financial rewards. We also emphasize continuous improvement and encourage individuals who are innovative, proactive, motivated, and coachable.

Purpose of the job

This role supports organizational growth through cost-effective recruiting programs, coordination of pre-employment activities, and maintenance of accurate applicant records and reporting. You will also strengthen the company’s employment brand, support employee orientation, and contribute to an efficient hiring experience aligned to company priorities.