Talent Acquisition Lead (On-site)

Newport, Minnesota
Bailey Nurseries

Position Title: Talent Acquisition Lead

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Human Resources Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work arrangement: On-site. Newport, MN

Compensation: $72,000 – $90,000 / annually

Position Summary

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition professional to lead and elevate our recruiting function within a growing, multi-state organization. This is a highly visible, hands-on role responsible for full-cycle recruiting, as well as developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies, improving processes, and supporting workforce planning initiatives. This individual will partner closely with leaders across the business to strengthen our employer brand, support effective hiring decisions, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience from start to finish.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in evolving environments, enjoys building structure, and can balance strategic priorities with day-to-day recruiting execution. Success in this role requires a strong customer service mindset and excellent communication skills to effectively support internal and external customers at all levels.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring processes
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, define role requirements, and develop accurate job descriptions and candidate profiles aligned with workforce planning goals
• Coordinate hiring logistics and pre-hire steps, including timelines, offer letters, background checks, and scheduling
• Leverage AI tools and automation to improve recruiting efficiency and effectiveness
• Maintain accurate data and compliance within ADP Workforce Now Recruitment, including requisitions, posting consistency, advertising, and candidate dispositioning
• Optimize and help stabilize ATS functionality, including developing user guides and training local HR teams on correct system use, new processes, troubleshooting, and process improvements
• Manage relationships with job boards, staffing agencies, and other recruiting partners by coordinating support for hiring needs, reviewing service agreements, and monitoring recruitment costs
• Create and standardize hiring documentation and recruiting processes to support consistency, efficiency, and compliance across locations
• Communicate clearly and frequently with candidates to provide a welcoming experience aligned with Bailey’s values
• Build candidate pipelines through career fairs, social media, networking, and outreach efforts
• Lead the Bailey Internship Program across all locations, driving consistency, guiding modernization of the program, and creating innovative ways to keep early talent connected to the company
• Partner with local HR teams across all states to support a consistent talent acquisition strategy for seasonal hiring, including the unique needs of our H-2A workforce
• Ensure recruiting practices comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
• Provide reporting and insights on recruiting metrics, trends, and opportunities to improve recruiting effectiveness, efficiency, and consistency
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of talent acquisition and broader HR department initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience leading full-cycle recruitment, with clear ownership of sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring processes
• Strong talent acquisition experience with the ability to perform key responsibilities of the role
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with limited supervision
• Strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and process improvement skills
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools, including the ability to improve and simplify processes
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving history required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience recruiting in a multi-state environment
• ADP Workforce Now experience strongly preferred

What to Expect:

• A hands-on role with significant ownership over recruiting processes and outcomes
• Opportunity to help shape and strengthen the talent acquisition function
• Close partnership with leaders across a growing, multi-state organization
• A dynamic environment that requires adaptability, sound judgment, and initiative
• Opportunity to influence business success by aligning talent needs with effective recruiting strategies

About Bailey Nurseries

Bailey is a fifth-generation, family-owned horticultural company serving customers worldwide. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, along with operations in Oregon, Washington, Illinois, and Georgia, we are known for producing and distributing top-quality plants, marketing support services, and sought-after genetics. Bailey Consumer Brands – Endless Summer Hydrangeas, First Editions Shrubs & Trees, and Easy Elegance Roses – are widely recognized as premier products in the industry.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

This position is based on-site and requires prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds, occasional out-of-state travel to worksites, and work primarily in an indoor office environment with occasional field presence during onboarding activities, hiring events, or audits.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Bailey Nurseries is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Employment with Bailey Nurseries is at-will and may be terminated at any time by either party, in accordance with applicable law.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR team.

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