Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full life cycle recruiting for corporate/exempt roles such as engineers and project managers and also field/craft roles such as electricians and line workers. With this role's greater level of experience, the Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr can manage technical and non-technical exempt and non-exempt professional positions and management positions and other related responsibilities as assigned. This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal guidance. This role can also serve as a useful resource toother less seasoned Talent Acquisition employees.
 

• This is an onsite position. Training will be remote during the first month only, beginning the week of November 17
• Preferred locations are the following: Corpus Christi, TX; Abilene, TX; Shreveport, LA; Tulsa, OK

 
*Utilities and energy sector industry highly preferred but not required
 
Segments of business: Nuclear Development/Generation/Transmission and Regulated Utility Operating Companies--exempt and non-exempt level recruiting
 
Not looking for IT recruiters.
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Partners with hiring manager and HR Business Partner to determine staffing needs.
• Screens resumes, interviews candidates (by phone or in person), administers appropriate assessments and reference/background checking, makes recommendations for hire (or not hire) and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt position openings within an assigned territory.
• Serves as an expert for recruiting candidates within an assigned territory.
• Partners with Sourcing Specialist in order to bring a diverse slate of qualified candidates to the hiring manager.
• Manages internal transfer process, including screening, coordination of interviews with hiring manager, transfer offer letters, etc.
• Follows up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding recruiting process.
• Develops and maintains an excellent relationship with internal and external clients to ensure achievement of staffing goals.
• Communicates important employment information during delivery of employment offers (e.g., benefits, compensation, non-compete agreements). Responsible to ensure onboarding and new hire orientation processes occur.
• Works with hiring managers to ensure compliance with all federal/state laws and regulations, including affirmative action plan compliance. Manages current candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Manages application/resume file and retention according to company policy.
• Suggest and help implement on-going process improvements to ensure an effective, efficient and compliant recruiting process.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field preferred; or equivalent years of experience.
• Five years' corporate experience in recruitment and placement of applicants in professional and management level exempt positions including 3 years of knowledge and experience working with electronic applicant systems and internet recruiting sources.
• Valid driver's license.
• Business acumen
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Global & Cultural Awareness
• Relationship Management
• Consulting /coaching.

Reference: 1066012

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