Senior Talent Acquisition Lead

IMDiversity; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

IMDiversity in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Lead to own full cycle recruiting, partnering with Hiring Managers to plan and execute hiring strategies. The role demands proactive sourcing, strong negotiation, and the ability to influence at senior levels, ensuring top talent is brought in efficiently.

You'll build relationships, manage candidate flow through ATS, and contribute to a high-volume, fast-paced environment while upholding EEO guidelines and best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Four-Year College Degree; at least five years of HR experience in compensation and classification.
• Experience with Federal, State and City laws governing HR management.
• Experience in the public sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Hiring Managers to strategize and execute hiring plans.
• Source candidates through various channels, with urgency, to meet monthly targets.
• Drive full lifecycle recruiting and manage the ATS.
• Screen and interview candidates; coordinate interview logistics.
• Negotiate offers and manage onboarding.
• Maintain relationships with senior hiring managers and peers.

Skills

Full lifecycle recruiting

Candidate sourcing

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication

Interviewing

ATS experience

Education

Four-year college degree

Tools

ATS

Job description

Senior Talent Acquisition Lead

Salary
$67,508.74 - $118,799.46 Annually

Location
Alexandria, VA

Job Type
Full-Time

Job Number
2027-00502

Department
Department of Human Resources

Division
TALENT ACQ

Bargaining Unit
N/A

Description

Senior Talent Acquisition Lead

Overview

Are you skilled in discovering talent and connecting them with the right career opportunity? Do you have a passion for creating talent strategies to address hiring needs and are enthusiastic about a challenging and fast-paced working environment? Are you a critical thinker who takes initiative and has a proactive approach to your work style? Would you like to join a team whose philosophy is that leadership exists at every level?

The Senior Talent Acquisition Lead will partner with Hiring Managers and Departmental Recruitment Coordinators to strategize and execute on hiring plans to bring top talent into the organization. This individual will proactively source candidates through a variety of channels, with a sense of urgency, to meet monthly hiring targets. Additionally, this person will drive the full cycle recruiting process to get the best talent hired efficiently. The Senior Talent Acquisition Lead will be an Influencer vs Order Taker, possessing strong negotiation and communication skills, as well as strong written skills; with the ability to attract passive candidates through effective messaging and the ability to build and maintain an effective working relationship with senior level hiring managers and peers.

The Opportunity

Handles full lifecycle recruiting for assigned searches beginning with a kick-off meeting with the hiring manager to discuss process and strategic approach

Establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers to stay abreast of current and future hiring and business needs; executes agreed upon recruiting strategies

Perform searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using computerdatabases, networking, Web-based recruiting resources, cold calls, media, recruiting firms,and employee referrals

Evaluates the resumes of prospective candidates anddeterminesdegree of skill match;recommends or declines appropriately and forwards qualified candidate resumes to thehiring manager for review

Tracks candidate activity frominitialresume submittal to hire in the applicant trackingsystem (ATS)

Conducts initial employment screening interviews by e-mail, phone, face-to-face, or otherplatforms

Coordinates all interviewlogisticsand interfaces with candidates effectively during therecruiting and evaluation process

Coordinates receiving and evaluating of interview feedback and advises hiring supervisor inthe final selection process

Advise managers and employees on staffing policies and procedures

Collaborates with the HR Manager, Compensation & Benefits in making salary offers

Checks references, verifies educational credentials, and coordinates backgroundinvestigation of selected candidate; negotiates and makes verbal and written offers ofemployment

Manages the on-boarding process of each new hire recruited and coordinates thescheduling of orientation and other on-boarding meetings

Works with colleagues to prepare weekly reports tomonitorrecruitment activity, tracksvacant positions, recruiting strategies/sources, and costs

Continually networks and builds contacts in key functional areas toassistinfuture recruitment activities

Drive a culture of employee engagement by supporting initiatives that enhance communication, retention, and the overall employee experience

Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative actionguidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA);

Participates in various projects

About the Department

The Department of Human Resources comprises a dedicated team of professionals working to support the strategic direction of the City government through the recruitment, development, and retention of a high-quality workforce capable of delivering public services in a complex and stimulating community environment. Through thoughtful planning and the diligent execution of work, the Department of Human Resources focuses on the critical needs of our dynamic organization and its employees. If you are curious for a broader view, click the City of Alexandria to learn more about our great City.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

Minimum: Four-Year College Degree; five years of progressively-responsible human resources experience with a concentration in compensation and classification in the public sector, employee relations, or training; five years experience in Federal, State and City laws, ordinances, rules and regulations pertaining to human resource management; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

PHR, SPHR, or other professional certification in the human resources field.

Notes

Please note that the onsite location for this position is: 2331 Mill Road. Alexandria, VA. 22314.

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability.