Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Baystate Interpreters is seeking an organized and detail-oriented, energetic Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our recruiting team. You will play a key role in identifying and engaging highly skilled freelance interpreters who specialize in a variety of languages and settings (medical, legal, educational, community). This role requires a proactive individual with strong communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, and a passion for building relationships with professionals across diverse backgrounds.

Your attention to detail and strong analytical skills will be critical as you assist in sourcing the industry's most talented interpreters.

About Us

At Baystate Interpreters , we are committed to providing quality language services that promote effective communication across cultures. With over 350 languages in our portfolio, our mission is to enhance accessibility and understanding in our diverse communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and recruit interpreters proficient in multiple languages for onsite, virtual, over-the-phone (OPI), and video remote (VRI) assignments.
• Screen candidates through phone or virtual interviews and application reviews to assess language proficiency, qualifications, and certifications.
• Assist candidates in the onboarding process, including document collection, verification, and compliance checks (e.g., HIPAA, background checks).
• Maintain accurate candidate records using our internal recruitment platform.
• Foster strong relationships with current interpreters and keep them engaged for future opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Scheduling and HR teams to understand language needs and ensure recruitment goals are met.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or higher, or equivalent professional experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or staffing preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates.
• Strong proficiency using LinkedIn , including candidate sourcing, outreach, and talent pipeline development. Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter or similar sourcing tools preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with candidates and hiring managers.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities effectively in a fast-paced recruiting environment.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and data management skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with the interpreting or language services industry, including medical, legal, or community-based interpreting, is a plus.

Benefits

Why Join Baystate Interpreters?

• Work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• Gain experience in the language services industry with opportunities for growth.
• Be part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

📍 This is an in-office position based in Gardner, MA.

📌If you are passionate about connecting people, bridging communication barriers and have a keen eye for talent, we’d love to hear from you!