Strategic Talent Acquisition Partner - Hybrid (VA)

Virginia Economic Development Partnership; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to handle job postings, candidate sourcing, and screenings across multiple Virginia locations from its Richmond base.

The role emphasizes attracting diverse audiences, proactive communication, and meticulous attention to detail, with a baseline of 3+ years in talent acquisition and experience with job boards and ATS tools. Salary range advertised is $70,000–$80,000.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in talent acquisition (RPO/agency or corporate).
• Experience posting jobs on multiple boards and screening candidates.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools.

Responsibilities

• Format, post, and track jobs across boards per client guidelines.
• Source candidates for hard-to-fill and high-volume roles.
• Conduct initial screenings via resume reviews and calls.
• Enhance job descriptions and validate compensation benchmarks.
• Improve candidate experience throughout recruitment.
• Coordinate with clients and participate in hiring events.
• Develop relationships with colleges and recruitment partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Teamwork / Collaboration

MS Office / Microsoft Office

Job description

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to handle job postings, candidate sourcing, and screenings across multiple Virginia locations from its Richmond base.

The role emphasizes attracting diverse audiences, proactive communication, and meticulous attention to detail, with a baseline of 3+ years in talent acquisition and experience with job boards and ATS tools. Salary range advertised is $70,000–$80,000.