Talent Acquisition Specialist

At Silver Lake Auto & Tire Centers, we’ve built a culture centered on people, purpose, and performance. With over 51 years of success and six locations throughout Wisconsin, we remain committed to creating exceptional experiences for our team members and customers. As a values-driven, employee-first company, we live out our mission: “We exist to serve because you deserve better.”

Position Summary:
We are seeking a full-time time, highly relational, and people-savvy Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. This individual brings a business development mindset (or sales background) and will lead full-cycle recruiting while serving as a trusted relationship builder across the organization—collaborating with leadership and operations to attract top talent and

This is perfect for someone humble, hungry, emotionally intelligent, and passionate about connecting people with purpose-driven careers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring for multiple locations
• Build strong internal relationships with leadership, HR, and operations to develop and maintain ideal staffing plans
• Provide an engaging, professional, and consistent candidate experience aligned with Silver Lake’s mission and values
• Proactively source candidates through platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, local technical colleges, and networking events
• Lead all stages of the candidate journey, from first contact to offer and onboarding
• Design and improve candidate vetting and interview processes
• Represent Silver Lake at recruiting events (e.g., WCTC Meet and Greets, career fairs, etc.)Manage job postings and applicant tracking system (ATS) to maintain a healthy, active candidate pipeline
• Stay current on recruiting trends, market insights, and talent acquisition best practices

Qualifications: 

• Proven Success in building rapport and maintaining strong relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders
• High level of people skills, emotional intelligence, and strong communication abilities
• Business development or sales mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving
• LinkedIn Recruiter experience (preferred)
• 3–5+ years of recruiting of recruiting experience (required)
• Comfortable working independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally as needed

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $70,000–$85,000+. Compensation is never an issue for the right candidate.
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (individual and family plans)
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Employee, Friends & Family Discounts
• Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Recognition Events and Team Member Appreciation Programs
• Award-winning workplace culture

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• On-site at Corporate Office in Oconomowoc, WI
• Local travel to store locations (within Waukesha County area)
• Ability to sit at a desk and use a computer for extended periods
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs as needed
• Ability to move throughout facilities and attend recruiting events

Join Us:
If you're a connector at heart who thrives on building teams and relationships—and you're ready to make a meaningful impact—apply today and become a part of the Silver Lake Auto family.