Skip to content

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Read straight from Michaels's careers page, verified 2d ago.Seekless can tailor your résumé to it.
Seekless can write your résumé for this posting first.
Before you apply
LocationIrving-Irving Corporate Office-3939 West John Carpenter Freeway
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 28, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
2 years of experience leading full life cycle recruiting
Must have experience in both recruiting and sourcing
Emphasis on implementing recruiting processes and programs
Strong leadership skills, oral and written communications skills, presentation skills, and problem solving skills
Previous experience with Workday
Proven performance sourcing via LinkedIn
Previous experience recruiting and sourcing for retail support center positions while hitting key talent acquisition metrics
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job
Skills
Workday
LinkedIn
Benefits
401(k)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Tuition assistance
Employee discount
Employee assistance program
Commuter benefits
Flexible spending accounts
About the role
Support Center - IrvingUnder the direction of the Talent Acquisition Manager, the Support Center Talent Acquisition Specialist is a strategic partner in sourcing, interviewing and evaluating internal and external candidates for support center opportunities with Michael’s. This person contributes to our mission by delivering High Performing Team Members to drive business results. The Support Center Talent Acquisition Specialist will work closely with the HR Team and the business Leadership teams.
Recruiting, Planning and Analysis of Staffing Needs
•
Sources, recruits and hires all levels of talent across the support center.
•
Works closely with Human Resource Director to assess future staffing needs through key metrics and communicates progress toward goals on a consistent basis.
•
As part of a centralized staffing model the Talent Acquisition Specialist will partner with their peers to share best practices, make recommendations on ways to simplify processes and support other business units as needed.
•
Reviews individual performance weekly to ensure we are hitting all key talent acquisition metrics which includes time to fill.
•
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with assigned business units to ensure results-oriented solutions to interim, short and long-term staffing needs, based on established headcount and department budgets.
•
Continually source quality pools of applicants on a timely basis.
•
Assess, interview and evaluate prospective candidates and applicants for employment with Michael’s.
•
Provide counsel to hiring managers on matters pertinent to internal mobility and external hiring to ensure adherence to established company policies and procedures; and compliance with local, state and federal employment laws.
•
Identify new and develop existing relationships with external resources such as contingent and retained search firms, professional and community-based organizations, academic institutions and corporations to source the market for quality hires.
•
Ensure candidate diversity in prospective hires.
•
Market Michael’s to prospective applicants via a wide range of forums and networking events.
Reporting and Administration
•
Maintain and produce relevant talent acquisition related reports.
Other
•
Works on special HR related projects.
•
Subject matter expert on the Talent Acquisition process.
•
Proactively looks for innovative and new industry best practices around recruiting, interviewing and sourcing to ensure we are hiring top talent and all candidates walk away from their experience with a positive image of the Michael’s brand.
•
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Education
•
Bachelor’s Degree. Emphasis in Human Resources or related field preferred.
Minimum Type of experience the job requires
•
2 years of experience leading full life cycle recruiting.
•
Emphasis on implementing recruiting processes and programs.
•
Must have experience in both recruiting and sourcing.
Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills
•
Previous experience with Workday
•
Proven performance sourcing via LinkedIn
Preferred Type of experience the job requires
•
Previous experience recruiting and sourcing for retail support center positions while hitting key talent acquisition metrics.
Other
•
Strong leadership skills, oral and written communications skills, presentation skills, and problem solving skills.
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
About the company
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
Benefits
Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in English
EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in Spanish
EEOC Poster Optimized for Screen Readers
Federal FMLA Poster
Federal EPPAC Poster