Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting; The Woodlands (TX); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting is seeking an experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join its HR team and drive recruiting for specialized energy and industrial roles in the Woodlands, TX. The role requires hands-on full-cycle recruitment across Power Generation, Oil & Gas, and related sectors.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple requisitions, partner with hiring managers, and source highly technical talent.

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years of full-cycle recruiting or talent acquisition experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Strong recruiting experience within Power Generation, Energy, Oil & Gas, or related industrial sectors.
• Proven ability to independently manage recruiting assignments and deliver results with minimal direction.
• Experience with Paycom or similar HRIS systems preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition intake through sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Develop recruiting strategies tailored to specialized technical and industrial positions.
• Create and manage job requisitions, screening criteria, and candidate evaluation processes.
• Coordinate interviews, extend offers, and manage pre‑employment requirements.
• Maintain candidate pipelines and provide timely communication throughout the process.

Conocimientos

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing

Interviewing

Candidate assessment

Communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Paycom

HRIS

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join its Human Resources team and support recruiting initiatives across a specialized energy and industrial workforce.

This position is ideal for a hands‑on recruiter with extensive full‑cycle recruiting experience within the Power Generation, Energy, Oil & Gas, or related industrial sectors. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple requisitions, partnering directly with hiring managers, and sourcing highly specialized technical and operational talent.

This is a high‑impact recruiting role for a true plug‑and‑play professional who can quickly understand hiring needs, develop effective sourcing strategies, and deliver qualified candidates in a fast‑paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record recruiting technical, electrical, operational, and commercial professionals, along with strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Full‑Cycle Recruiting

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition intake through candidate sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.

• Develop recruiting strategies tailored to specialized technical, operational, and professional positions.

• Create and manage job requisitions, screening criteria, and candidate evaluation processes.

• Conduct candidate screenings and assess qualifications, experience, and overall fit.

• Coordinate interviews, extend offers, and manage pre‑employment requirements.

• Maintain candidate pipelines and ensure timely communication throughout the recruitment process.

Technical & Industrial Recruiting

• Recruit specialized talent within the Energy, Power Generation, Oil & Gas, and industrial sectors.

• Develop sourcing strategies for hard‑to‑fill technical and field‑based positions.

• Identify and attract qualified candidates through direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and industry‑specific recruiting channels.

• Build relationships with technical schools, industry organizations, and other talent pipeline sources.

• Participate in career fairs, recruiting events, and industry networking opportunities.

Hiring Manager Partnership

• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce requirements, hiring priorities, and candidate expectations.

• Provide recruiting guidance and market insights to support effective hiring decisions.

• Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and serve as a trusted recruiting partner.

• Communicate candidate progress, hiring challenges, and recruitment metrics.

• Recommend improvements to sourcing strategies and hiring processes.

Recruiting Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate candidate information and recruiting activity within the applicant tracking system.

• Coordinate background checks, drug screenings, medical evaluations, and other pre‑employment requirements.

• Ensure appropriate completion of I‑9 and E‑Verify processes.

• Support onboarding, employee transfers, and other employment‑related activities as needed.

• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable employment regulations and company policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of full‑cycle recruiting or progressive talent acquisition experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

• Strong recruiting experience within Power Generation, Energy, Oil & Gas, or related industrial sectors required.

• Demonstrated experience recruiting specialized technical and operational talent.

• Proven ability to independently manage recruiting assignments and deliver results with minimal direction.

• Experience with Paycom or similar applicant tracking and HRIS systems preferred.

• Strong sourcing, interviewing, screening, and candidate assessment skills.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship‑building abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and recruiting technologies.

• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.

• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency strongly preferred.

Specialized Recruiting Experience

• Electronic Technicians

• Medium Voltage (MV) Electricians

• Equipment Operators

• Electrical Engineers

• Industry‑Specific Business Development Professionals

• Quality Assurance / Quality Control Personnel

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experienced recruiter with strong industry knowledge and established sourcing capabilities.

• True plug‑and‑play professional who can immediately contribute.

• Highly proactive, resourceful, and comfortable working independently.

• Strong ability to influence hiring managers and manage competing priorities.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.

• Data‑driven approach to recruiting and process improvement.

• Professional, organized, and detail-oriented.

• Strong sense of urgency and accountability for hiring results.

Additional Requirements

• Position is based onsite in The Woodlands, TX.

• Candidates must reside within approximately 20?25 miles of The Woodlands.

• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM?5:00 PM.

• Occasional flexibility for recruiting events or operational hiring needs.

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