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Talent Specialist I

Cross Country Healthcare
Arizona, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Specialist I position at Cross Country Healthcare?

Cross Country is looking for top talent to join our team! We are a market-leading, tech-enabled workforce solutions and advisory firm with more than four decades of experience helping organizations solve complex labor and operational challenges. Recognized as a Top Place to Work by U.S. News & World Report and a Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek, Cross Country is committed to quality and excellence in everything we deliver. We were also the first public company to earn The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® for Health Care Staffing Services Certification with Distinction — a standard we continue to uphold today.

Basic Purpose

The Talent Specialist is responsible for supporting the Talent Acquisition team in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent for the organization. They are responsible for various aspects of the recruitment process, from job posting to candidate screening and coordination of interviews. They will maintaining effective lines of communication with internal and external stakeholders, as it relates to hiring and recruiting needs.

Essential Functions

  • Manages application management process.
  • Reviews resumes for best fit criteria.
  • Conducts phone screens.
  • Determines if candidate is qualified to continue in the hiring process.
  • Maintains individual metrics, including goals.
  • Effectively sources candidates from various sourcing options, as needed.
  • Communicates with stakeholders, as needed, to ensure each candidate is successfully managed.
  • Represent Company at hiring fairs and other recruiting events, as needed.
  • Positively represents the company to potential candidates and partnerships.
  • Proactively manages potential candidates for the purpose of hiring.
  • Identifies the best qualities of each candidate.
  • Implements engagement plans for all level of candidates.
  • Prepare bins and oversee logistics of hiring fairs, as needed.
  • Process and inputs all recruiting leads from events.
  • Maintains an order process for hiring needs (i.e., posting jobs, identifying tiers, identifying SOH)
  • Creates and manages an online presence within social media (i.e., engagement, groups, promotion of jobs, pds, events, etc.)
  • Provides feedback of all processes to contribute to efficiency.
  • Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

  • 1 year of sourcing/recruiting experience, 2 years preferred.
  • 1 year of office experience
  • Strong Computer/Technological skills using Microsoft Office and recruitment software/tools.
  • Experience using Google Drive (i.e., Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Forms)
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
  • Basic understanding of HR and recruitment processes.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to changing recruitment practices and technologies.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent required; Some college preferred or any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Company equipment(laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse headset) will be provided directly to you for use during employment.

Benefits

Cross Country offers a competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness program, including Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Voluntary Insurance, 401(k) plan, Tuition Assistance, and Pet Insurance. The company offers a variety of Wellness options through Burnalong, which offers a robust online platform of classes and programs as well as local gym access.

Cross Country is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) - Veteran/Disability

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