Specialist - Talent Acquisition (TEST)

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

PTO

Career opportunities

Job summary

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. in Dallas seeks a Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor to develop and execute recruitment strategies for technical, engineering, and operational roles across pipeline operations. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant recruiting experience. This position requires expertise in sourcing and building diverse talent pipelines while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

The role involves a range of responsibilities from managing the recruitment lifecycle to representing the company's brand at recruiting events.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4+ years’ experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, with a proven track record in recruiting for technical or industrial roles.
• Deep understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and labor market trends specific to pipeline industries.
• Experience using data analytics tools for measuring recruiting effectiveness is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead development and execution of recruitment strategies for technical and operational roles.
• Manage recruitment lifecycle from requisition intake to offer negotiations.
• Engage with industry associations to establish lasting talent relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Creative sourcing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Applicant Tracking Systems (Taleo)

Job description

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

The Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor will spearhead the development and execution of recruitment strategies that attract highly qualified candidates for a variety of roles, including technical, engineering, operations, transportation, maintenance, and safety compliance positions—across our pipeline operations. Reporting to senior leadership, this role requires a strategic thinker who can partner with internal teams to build and nurture a robust talent pipeline that supports our business goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine comprehensive recruitment strategies tailored to the technical and operational needs of a large pipeline company.
• Plan and execute targeted sourcing campaigns using cutting-edge techniques.
• End-to-End Recruitment Management:
  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition intake, crafting job descriptions, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer negotiations.
  • Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to identify skill gaps and workforce needs, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Candidate Pipeline & Relationship Building:
  • Maintain and optimize candidate databases and pipelines using modern Applicant Tracking Systems (Taleo).
  • Engage with industry associations, academic institutions, and professional networks to establish lasting talent relationships that drive diversity and inclusion.
• Compliance & Process Improvement:
  • Ensure recruitment practices comply with company policies, industry-specific regulations, and labor laws as they pertain to safety and operational standards.
  • Analyze recruitment data and metrics to proactively drive process improvements and enhance the candidate experience from application to onboarding.
• Brand Ambassador:
  • Act as the employer brand champion by clearly communicating the company’s vision, culture, and values to attract top-tier candidates.
  • Represent the company at recruiting events, networking functions, and industry forums to elevate our market presence.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 2-4+ years’ experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, with a demonstrated track record in recruiting for technical or industrial roles.
• Ability to work 100% on-site in our office building.
• Deep understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and labor market trends specific to the pipeline or similar technical industries.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms; familiarity with data analytics tools for measuring recruiting effectiveness is a plus.
• Knowledge of safety, regulatory, or compliance standards relevant to pipeline operations is highly desirable.
• Experience with MS office and SharePoint products.

Preferred Skills

Workday experience.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a knack for relationship building and collaborative problem-solving.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for creative sourcing, process improvement, and continuous learning.

Required Experience Levels

The Specialist/Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience and 4-7 years of relevant job-related experience.

• The Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience and 5-8 years of relevant job-related experience.

Working Conditions

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial or manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

Disclaimer

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.