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Talent Acquisition Advisor

Generac · Belvidere, IL

Posted Aug 20, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Walk me through how you manage a full recruiting cycle from the moment a hiring manager gives you a req to the day someone is ready for hire.

whether the candidate actually owns process end to end versus just doing pieces of it

Tell me about a time a hiring manager wanted something that didn't match market reality, like a salary or a skill set that was hard to find. What did you do?

ability to push back on stakeholders with data instead of just complying or complaining

Tell me about a candidate experience that went badly. What happened and what would you do differently now?

self-awareness and whether they actually learn from candidate-facing mistakes

Technical

What sourcing channels have you used beyond job boards, and can you give an example of finding a hard to fill candidate through one of them?

real hands-on sourcing skill versus just posting and waiting for applicants

How do you screen for cultural fit without just hiring people who remind you of yourself?

awareness of bias in screening and a repeatable, fair method

What do you know about employment law that a recruiter absolutely cannot get wrong, like something around EEO or interview questions?

baseline compliance knowledge and whether they treat it as a real risk, not trivia

Which ATS systems have you worked in, and tell me about a time bad data in the ATS caused a problem you had to fix.

practical system fluency and attention to data accuracy, not just tool name recognition

How have you used LinkedIn or other social platforms to build an employer brand, not just to post jobs?

whether their branding experience is strategic or just reactive posting

Tell me about a recruitment metric or report you've pulled and what you actually did with the results.

whether they treat reporting as a tool for decisions or just a task to complete

Situational

Say you're managing requisitions for two different hiring managers who both need candidates by end of week, and you're also prepping for a job fair. How do you decide what gets your time?

prioritization and time management under real competing deadlines

Imagine a hiring manager keeps rejecting candidates for vague reasons after three rounds and the role has been open two months. What do you say to them?

comfort having direct, uncomfortable conversations with internal stakeholders

Describe a time you had to adjust your recruiting strategy midstream because something wasn't working. What tipped you off and what did you change?

adaptability and problem-solving in a fast-paced, changing environment

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The full job description

As published by Generac.

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? The Talent Acquisition Advisor is responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle for various positions within the organization. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, sourcing and screening candidates, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. The Talent Acquisition Advisor will play a key role in building a strong employer brand and contributing to the overall success of the talent acquisition function.  Major Responsibilities    Full-Cycle Recruitment Process:   • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned positions, from job posting to Ready for Hire  • Partner with hiring managers to identify hiring needs and create job posting  • Assist in the interview process, helping to maintain a uniform and streamlined candidate and stakeholder experience  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies  Candidate Sourcing and Screening:   • Utilize multiple sourcing methods, including CRM, job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals, to attract potential candidates  • Screenings technical, cultural fit, potential  Candidate Experience:   • Ensure candidate journey exceeds stakeholder expectations  Stakeholder Collaboration:   • Partnering with Hiring Manager on market trends  • Work closely with hiring managers and HR to ensure alignment on recruitment process and strategies  • Provide regular updates on recruitment progress and candidate status  Employer Branding:   • Partner with employer branding team to promote the company as an employer of choice through LinkedIn/other social platforms  • Participate in job fairs, career events, and other networking activities  •  Data Management and Reporting:  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)  • Run reports on recruitment activities and metrics  Minimum Job Requirements   Education   • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field or Equivalent Experience  Knowledge / Skills / Abilities   • 3 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, HR, or related fields  • Experience with social media recruiting and employer branding initiatives.  • Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment software  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.  • Ability to effectively communicate with candidates and internal stakeholders.  • Excellent relationship-building skills.  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.  • Strong organizational and time management skills.  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.  • High level of accuracy in managing candidate information and recruitment documentation.  • Thorough approach to screening and evaluating candidates.  • Ability to identify and resolve recruitment challenges.  • Proactive and resourceful approach to finding solutions.  • Flexibility to adapt to changing recruitment needs and priorities.  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.    Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is based in Belvidere, IL is $67,000 - $101,000 USD. This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short-term and long-term incentives. “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

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