Temporary Talent Acquisition Specialist

Burton
Burton

People & HR, People & HR

Vermont, USA

USD 80k-100k / year

Posted on Oct 20, 2026
OverviewOwns full-cycle recruitment for Burton while also managing seasonal/contingent workforce needs tied to our winter business cycle. Acts as a key partner to hiring managers, keeps candidate experience sharp, and ensures a smooth and thorough onboarding process.What You Get to Do: Full-Cycle Recruitment Partner with hiring managers to scope roles, build sourcing strategy, and write compelling, brand-aligned job postingsSource, screen, and interview candidates; run structured interviews for consistent, objective decisionsBuild talent pipelines for priority functions (e.g., retail leadership, e-commerce, merchandising) ahead of needManage pipelines end-to-end, resolving bottlenecks to keep time-to-fill on targetCoordinate interview logistics and offer/negotiation processConduct market research to inform sourcing and compensation conversations Seasonal & Contingent Workforce Own seasonal/temp staffing surges (retail, warehouse, event support) tied to Burton's winter cycleServe as main point of contact for staffing agencies; monitor fill rates, quality, and responsivenessValidate timesheets/billing accuracy for temp laborForecast workforce needs with operations partners ahead of peak season Employee Onboarding Own new-hire onboarding logistics from offer acceptance through first weeks on the job, for both permanent and seasonal hiresPrepare and track onboarding documentation; ensure records are complete and audit-readyCoordinate orientation scheduling and communication with new hires and hiring managersPartner with payroll/HR to confirm new-hire data accuracy (employee info, timekeeping setup)Identify friction points in the onboarding experience and recommend fixes Compliance & Operations Maintain accurate, real-time ATS recordsStay current on US/Canada recruitment legislation (EEO, data privacy)Track and report recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness)Identify and implement process improvements What You’ll Bring to The Team: 3+ years of progressive full-cycle recruitment experience, ideally across both corporate and retail or hourly rolesExperience managing seasonal or contingent workforce surges, including staffing agency partnerships and billing accuracyConsultative approach to partnering with hiring managers, with the ability to run structured, objective interviewsExperience building talent pipelines ahead of need for priority functionsA positive attitude that models Burton’s Purpose and Stance, with trust, poise, and professionalismStrong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build credibility with a diverse range of peopleExcellent organization and time management, able to juggle multiple requisitions and seasonal surges at onceStrong attention to detail, with experience keeping onboarding records complete and audit-readyAnalytical mindset with experience using recruitment metrics to inform decisions and improve processesExperience with an ATS and HR systems (Dayforce preferred but not required) and the Microsoft Suite, with intermediate/advanced Excel skills. Able to adapt to new tools and technology Additional Position Details: This position is in a typical, stationary office setting. Over 80% of the day will be spent seated (and/or at a stand-up desk).This is a remote eligible role. We will offer relocation assistance to move to Vermont to any candidate who is hired.This is a Full-Time Temporary position. The hiring range for this role is $80,000-$100,000, depending on relevant experience and/or education and specific skills.