Outreach Recruiter

Ies Communications, Llc; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401K with Employer Contribution Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Disability Coverage

Job summary

IES is seeking a Talent & Community Outreach Recruiter in the United States (Tempe, AZ area) to build proactive talent pipelines across military/veteran channels, trade schools, and apprenticeship programs. This role focuses on translating diverse backgrounds into role fit and shaping outreach strategy for a growing recruiting team.

You will own outbound sourcing, develop relationships with veteran organizations, and leverage modern recruiting tools to engage passive candidates for technical and

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years full-cycle recruiting or sourcing with emphasis on passive outbound sourcing.
• Experience recruiting in a corporate/in-house environment preferred.
• Proven ability to build relationships with nontraditional talent pipelines such as military/veteran and apprenticeship programs.
• Knowledge of DoD transition programs or veteran hiring platforms a plus.
• Expertise in traditional, advanced, and creative sourcing across multiple talent communities.
• Ability to travel to recruiting events and partner sites as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; military service or trade background a strong plus.
• Min USD $75,000.00/Yr. to $85,000.00/Yr. salary range; license required.

Responsibilities

• Own proactive outbound sourcing and outreach strategy to build pipelines ahead of hiring needs across technical and field roles.
• Build and maintain relationships with military transition offices, veteran service organizations, and DoD programs to create a consistent pipeline.
• Engage trade schools, apprenticeship programs, and workforce development boards to create entry-level technical talent pipelines.
• Translate MOS/AFSC/NEC into civilian qualifications to identify candidates.
• Source and engage veteran platforms, trade schools, and career centers; leverage networking and referrals.
• Use ATS, CRM tools, and recruiting software to manage candidates and maintain records.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand upcoming staffing needs and plan pipelines in advance.
• Represent IES at recruiting events, career fairs, and community outreach activities.

Skills

Outbound sourcing

Relationship building

Passive sourcing

ATS experience (iCIMS)

Travel willingness

Military/veteran recruiting

Sourcing strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

iCIMS

CRM tools

LinkedIn Talent Solutions

Job description

IES is looking for a Talent & Community Outreach Recruiter to build our nontraditional talent pipeline - the candidates who don't show up through job postings alone. This role owns proactive outreach and relationship-building across military/veteran channels, trade and vocational schools, apprenticeship programs, and community talent sources, creating a steady pipeline of skilled, motivated candidates ahead of when we need them. If you're energized by building relationships in nontraditional talent communities, know how to translate different backgrounds into role fit, and want to shape outreach strategy for a growing team investing in modern recruiting tools, we want to talk to you.

General Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Own proactive, outbound sourcing and outreach strategy to build pipelines ahead of hiring need, across technical and field roles
• Build and maintain relationships with military transition offices, veteran service organizations, and DoD transition programs (e.g., SkillBridge) to create a consistent pipeline of transitioning military talent
• Build and maintain relationships with trade schools, vocational/technical high schools, community colleges, and union apprenticeship programs (e.g., IBEW) to create a pipeline of trained, entry-level technical talent
• Translate military occupational specialties (MOS/AFSC/NEC/Rate) and vocational/trade program credentials into equivalent role qualifications to identify candidates for technical and field roles
• Source and engage veteran-specific platforms and networks (RecruitMilitary, Hire Heroes USA, Military.com, Hiring Our Heroes, VA channels) alongside trade school career centers and workforce development boards
• Proactively source and engage passive candidates more broadly using LinkedIn, direct sourcing, networking, referrals, employee networks, and creative outreach methods
• Leverage advanced and AI-enabled sourcing tools to identify and engage qualified talent across all outreach efforts
• Partner with hiring managers and recruiters to understand upcoming staffing needs and build pipelines in advance of open reqs
• Represent IES at recruiting events, career fairs, base transition events, trade school career days, apprenticeship program events, and other community/talent events
• Build and nurture long-term talent communities and pipelines - not just active candidates, but future-hire relationships
• Use applicant tracking systems (ATS), CRM tools, and recruiting software to manage candidates and maintain accurate records
• Maintain compliance awareness around VEVRAA and other veteran hiring regulations where applicable
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• Contribute to recruiting process improvements and other responsibilities as assigned

Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of full-cycle recruiting or sourcing experience, with a strong emphasis on passive/outbound sourcing
• Experience recruiting in a corporate/in-house environment strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience building relationships with nontraditional talent pipelines - military/veteran, trade schools, apprenticeship programs, or workforce development organizations
• Working knowledge of military rank structures and ability to translate MOS/occupational codes into civilian job requirements preferred
• Familiarity with DoD transition programs, veteran hiring platforms, or trade/vocational education pathways
• Expertise in traditional, advanced, and creative sourcing techniques across multiple talent communities
• Ability to build and nurture both active and long-term nurture pipelines
• Advanced experience using an applicant tracking system (ATS), including candidate pipeline management and reporting; iCIMS experience preferred
• Strong relationship-building skills across candidates, external organizations (schools, unions, veteran orgs), and internal hiring teams
• Proven ability to manage multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously
• Customer-focused mindset with urgency, accountability, and follow-through
• Ability to travel to recruiting events, base transition events, trade school visits, and job fairs as needed
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred; military service, veteran status, or trade/vocational background a strong plus
• Min USD $75,000.00/Yr. Max USD $85,000.00/Yr.
• Minimum Years of Experience 2-4
• License Required
• No Minimum Education

Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply. View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law.

EEO & AFFIRMATIVE Action The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government. View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminacion en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal Disability Accommodation IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

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