The posting
About Us: At i-80 Gold, we are committed to establishing Nevada’s next leading mid-tier gold producer, underpinned by exceptional performance and a people-centered culture where every employee can contribute meaningfully. Our development plan encompasses five gold projects, including both open pit and underground mines—supported by three processing streams: the refurbishment of an autoclave processing facility, construction of a CIL plant, and a large-scale heap leach facility. This environment presents a valuable opportunity to expand your skillset and advance your career. For more information about i-80 Gold please visit our website: www.i80gold.com. Who are we? Join us during this period of rapid growth within a collaborative, small team setting with a flat organizational structure, guided by our core values: care, integrity, respect, collaboration, and excellence. Position: Talent Acquisition Specialist i-80 Gold is seeking a results driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our rapidly growing company to bridge the gap between hiring, training, and long-term performance. In this role, you will oversee initial onboarding training and track key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to employee success and retention. Location: Lone Tree Mine, 29100 Lone Tree Mine Rd, Valmy, NV 89438 (With frequent travel to other mine sites)
Responsibilities:
Design and facilitate the site integration process. Ensure all new hires complete mandatory safety training, operational certifications, and job-specific training milestones within their first 30/60/90 days. Conduct structured check-ins with new hires and their supervisors at critical intervals (Day 30, 60, and 90) to evaluate performance, address transition challenges, and ensure alignment with role expectations. Maintain and analyze critical talent metrics including Time-to-Hire, Quality of Hire, 90-Day Turnover, Training Completion Rates, and Cost-Per-Hire. Present insights regularly to site leadership. Collaborate with managers to identify performance gaps in new hires, coordinate refresher training where needed, and conduct stay/exit interviews to continuously improve site retention strategies. Coordinate and facilitate structured group onboarding days, acting as the primary point of contact from day one through the completion of initial training. Partner with shift supervisors to pair new hires with experienced peer mentors on-site and follow up weekly to assess the effectiveness of the mentorship. Collaborate with technical trainers to update onboarding manuals, digital training modules, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) based on feedback from new hire exit/stay interviews. Coordinate the annual performance review process, including goal setting, mid-year check-ins, year-end evaluations, and employee development discussions. Assist managers with developing Individual Development Plans (IDPs), identifying employee growth opportunities, and tracking progress toward professional development goals. Ensure performance management practices are consistent with company policies, procedures, and applicable employment requirements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field OR 3-4 years of Talent Acquisition experience. Previous experience in mining or construction preferred. Proven ability to track, analyze, and report on HR metrics and KPIs to drive operational decisions Familiarity with managing onboarding programs, tracking training milestones, or coordinating adult learning/certifications. Familiarity with search tools and local job boards, with a readiness to learn mining-specific platforms. Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently follow up with frontline laborers, shift supervisors, and corporate executives alike. Willingness to travel to mine sites, career fairs, or community hire events. Ability to work safely in an industrial mining environment. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
How to Apply: Please refer to the Careers page on our website (www.i80gold.com/careers/) for instructions on how to apply. We thank you for your interest. **Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



