Position Type: Full time
State: VA
City: Arlington
Zip Code: 22203

Overview

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.

The Role

The Regional Talent Advisor (RTA) is a solutions-oriented advisor and problem solver. The RTA is responsible for sourcing, screening and recommending qualified candidates for AvalonBay vacancies at our apartment communities in the Bay Area.  In this role, you will collaborate with regional hiring managers throughout the full cycle hiring process to ensure recruiting and onboarding needs are met.  This position will also be responsible for determining the on-boarding process for each new hire and work with the hiring manager for additional on-boarding needs for the position.

The RTA will be based at our Arlington, VA office following our hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Conduct targeted searches across the property operations function, including sales and maintenance rolesIdentify sources of qualified candidates for property-level positions that provide an on-going pipeline of talent using tools such as LinkedIn, CareerBuilder, Indeed, direct sourcing, etc.Identifies hiring needs and requirements for local communitiesPresents diverse candidate slates for consideration and partners with hiring manager to create diverse interview teamsScreen candidates to ensure they are technically qualified and a good cultural fit by using assessment tools and behavioral based interviewing techniquesPresent qualified candidates to hiring managers and manage the full cycle hiring processIdentifies, schedules, plans, attends and host external recruiting eventsIdentifies, prepares and completes all aspects of the on-boarding process for each new hire

Requirements:

Possesses a keen eye for talent. Able to appropriately assess candidates and match their skills/abilities to the position requirementsAbility to effectively screen and interview all levels of candidates from entry-level to experienced managersKnowledge of candidate sourcing vehicles and direct sourcing techniquesAbility to effectively communicate with all levels of the organizationOutstanding organizational skills and demonstrated ability to focus on detailAbility to work in a fast-paced high-volume recruiting environment and balance competing priorities Proficiency in Boolean searches, Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems and OutlookExcellent customer service skills

Education/Experience:

Minimum 2-4 years of full life cycle recruiting experience required.Diversity recruiting experience preferred1 year of multi-family on-site property management experience or equivalent, retail, hospitality, or customer service-related industry preferredBA or BS degree is preferredProject/Account Management skills a plus

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How AvalonBay Supports You

We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation.

We offer:

Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Click on Benefits (https://jobs.avalonbay.com/benefits) for information.

Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.

Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization – including destination awards, ‘AvalonBay’s Very Best’ recognition program and others!).

A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.

A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement.

Additional Info

AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.

AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)

Job ID JR102141