Talent Acquisition Specialist Jobs in Ohio

Talent Acquisition Specialist jobs in Ohio draw consistent demand across healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, and logistics, with openings at every level from early-career coordinator to senior talent partner. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where large employers like Nationwide Insurance, Cleveland Clinic, and Procter and Gamble maintain active recruiting functions. Corporate talent acquisition, high-volume hiring for hourly and skilled trades, and employer branding are among the most sought-after specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles80
Top employerAveda
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring37
Work type52% Hybrid
Top industryEducation

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Safelite
Senior / Talent Acquisition Partner
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Senior / Talent Acquisition Partner
Safelite
Columbus, Ohio
Business Development
Marketing
Sales
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Sherwin-Williams
Talent Acquisition Specialist - Corporate
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Talent Acquisition Specialist - Corporate
Sherwin-Williams
Cleveland, Ohio
Business Development
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$75k - $95k/yr
Bachelor's degree in communications
10,000+

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Safelite
Talent Acquisition Manager
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Talent Acquisition Manager
Safelite
Columbus, Ohio
Business Development
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Welty Enterprises
Talent Acquisition Partner - Energy
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Talent Acquisition Partner - Energy
Welty Enterprises
Fairlawn, Ohio
Business Development
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Highlights for Children
Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition
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Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition
Highlights for Children
Columbus, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business administration

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Talent Acquisition Specialist Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
18 jobs
Cleveland
11 jobs
Cincinnati
5 jobs
Dublin
3 jobs
Westerville
3 jobs
Mentor
2 jobs
Blue Ash
2 jobs
Fairlawn
2 jobs
Westlake
2 jobs

Talent Acquisition Specialist Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Aveda
Aveda2 open roles
NetJets
NetJets2 open roles
Safelite
Safelite2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Insurance
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Human Resources

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in talent acquisition specialist jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • Two or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a corporate or agency setting
  • Proficiency with an applicant tracking system such as Workday, Taleo, or iCIMS
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple requisitions and hiring manager relationships simultaneously
  • Experience sourcing passive candidates through professional networks and talent pipelines
  • Familiarity with Ohio labor market trends and regional candidate pools across major metros

Talent Acquisition Specialist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a talent acquisition specialist in Ohio?

Most talent acquisition specialists in Ohio enter the field with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related discipline and build experience through HR coordinator or staffing agency roles. Ohio does not require a state-issued license for this position. Earning a professional credential such as the Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional designation strengthens candidacy. Many Ohio employers, particularly in healthcare and manufacturing, also prioritize candidates who have completed internships or rotational HR programs.

Which companies hire talent acquisition specialists in Ohio?

Employers hiring talent acquisition specialists in Ohio right now include Aveda, NetJets, and Safelite, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's concentration of large healthcare systems, insurance headquarters, and manufacturing operations means demand for in-house recruiting talent remains active across a range of industries and company sizes.

Which Ohio cities have the most talent acquisition specialist jobs?

Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati have the most talent acquisition specialist openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the largest share of demand as the state capital and a growing corporate hub home to insurance, tech, and retail headquarters, while Cleveland's major healthcare and financial services employers and Cincinnati's consumer goods and logistics sector anchor strong recruiting functions in those metros.

Are there remote talent acquisition specialist jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 69% of talent acquisition specialist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how naturally suited recruiting and sourcing work is to distributed settings. Roles focused on corporate recruiting, executive search coordination, and sourcing tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while high-volume hourly hiring roles more often require an on-site or hybrid presence.

How can I get hired as a talent acquisition specialist in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or staffing agency recruiter role, where you build full-cycle recruiting skills before moving into a corporate talent acquisition function. Large Ohio healthcare systems like OhioHealth and Cleveland Clinic and manufacturers like Honda of America regularly hire HR interns and new graduates into rotational programs. Pursuing the Society for Human Resource Management Student Member certification or completing a human resources associate degree from an Ohio community college also strengthens an entry-level application.

Where can I find and apply to talent acquisition specialist jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to talent acquisition specialist jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing. No signup is required to search or view available positions.

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