Partner, Talent Acquisition
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Talent Acquisition · Independently manage full-cycle recruitment for professional, technical, operational, and leadership positions. · Partner with business leaders to understand workforce needs and develop customized recruiting strategies aligned with business objectives. · Exercise independent judgment in determining sourcing approaches, candidate evaluation methods, and recruitment plans. · Consult with hiring managers regarding labor market conditions, compensation competitiveness, candidate availability, and recruitment best practices. · Assess organizational hiring needs and provide recommendations regarding talent acquisition strategies, workforce planning, and succession considerations. Candidate Assessment & Selection · Conduct candidate screenings, behavioral interviews, and talent assessments to evaluate qualifications, competencies, and organizational fit. · Independently evaluate candidate experience, skills, and potential to make informed hiring recommendations. · Present qualified candidates to hiring managers and provide objective assessments regarding candidate strengths, risks, and overall fit. · Guide hiring teams through candidate selection decisions while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies. · Negotiate employment offers and manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment process. Stakeholder Partnership & Consultation · Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and hiring managers regarding talent acquisition practices and employment market trends. · Influence hiring decisions by providing data-driven recommendations and talent market insights. · Collaborate with Human Resources and business leadership to address staffing challenges and develop proactive recruiting solutions. · Manage relationships with external recruiting partners, educational institutions, and community organizations to support talent pipelines. Recruitment Operations & Process Improvement · Analyze recruiting metrics, hiring trends, and workforce data to identify opportunities for improvement. · Recommend and implement enhancements to recruiting processes, sourcing strategies, and candidate experience initiatives. · Monitor compliance with employment regulations, company policies, and recruitment standards. · Participate in talent acquisition projects, process redesign efforts, employer branding initiatives, and workforce planning activities. Reporting & Analytics · Prepare and analyze recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, candidate pipeline activity, and hiring outcomes. · Utilize data and market intelligence to make recommendations regarding recruiting strategies and workforce initiatives. · Provide leadership with regular updates and insights regarding talent acquisition performance and hiring trends. Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field preferred. · Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive talent acquisition or recruiting experience. · Demonstrated experience independently managing full-cycle recruiting processes. · Strong knowledge of employment laws, interviewing techniques, and recruitment best practices. · Experience partnering directly with business leaders and influencing hiring decisions. · Proven ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when evaluating candidates and making recruitment recommendations. · Experience utilizing applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruitment technologies, and sourcing platforms. · Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. · Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management abilities. · Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing demands in a fast-paced environment. · Experience supporting recruiting efforts across multiple functional areas and organizational levels preferred. · Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.