Talent Acquisition Partner I - Contract

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking an entry-level Talent Acquisition Partner I to source and attract top talent across our organization. You will evaluate resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate multiple interview rounds while promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

The role collaborates with hiring managers and HR partners to influence talent decisions and ensure a positive candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 0–2 years of experience in talent acquisition or related field.
• Familiarity with ATS and recruitment software.
• Basic understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a quality candidate pipeline.
• Strong project management, organization and communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proactive, results-oriented approach to recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Source and attract qualified candidates through various channels (job boards, social media, networking).
• Evaluate resumes and applications to assess fit for open positions.
• Conduct initial interviews and coordinate subsequent interview stages.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job requirements and develop recruitment strategies.
• Promote diversity and inclusion in candidate outreach and selection.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities in the ATS.
• Provide a positive candidate experience with clear and timely communication.
• Utilize data and analytics to inform recruitment improvements.
• Assist in onboarding new hires and ensure smooth transitions.

Skills

Sourcing

Candidate evaluation

Interviewing

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems)

LinkedIn Recruiter

Beamery CRM

Workday ATS

Job description

Do you have strong analytical and communication skills, like to work in a collaborative environment, and have a background in the US Department of Defense, US Military, or Aerospace & Defense industry? The Talent Acquisition Partner I is an entry-level position responsible for sourcing and attracting top talent for the organization. This role involves evaluating and screening candidates for a variety of positions and promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment. The Talent Acquisition Partner I. Collaborates with hiring managers and HR business partners to influence talent decisions, ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

Responsibilities

• Source and attract qualified candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, and networking.
• Evaluate and screen candidates' resumes and applications to assess their fit for open positions.
• Conduct initial interviews to qualify candidates and coordinate subsequent interview stages.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand job requirements and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment by identifying and engaging candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Provide a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear and timely communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Utilize data and analytics to inform and improve recruitment strategies and processes.

Assist in onboarding new hires and ensuring a smooth transition into the company.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University.
• 0-2 years of experience in talent acquisition or a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of related experience is required.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
• Basic understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a quality candidate pipeline, and providing a high level of client service.
• Strong project management, organizational and communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively cross functionally.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, results-oriented approach.

Ability to accurately and positively represent SNC to the job market.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing environment
• Certification in HR or Talent Acquisition (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP, AIRS).
• Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools.
• Experience with salary negotiation and closing candidates.
• Experience with technical recruiting.
• Experience working in a service focused organization of comparable size and complexity.
• Experience with Workday ATS and Beamery CRM.

Demonstrated consultative and solution-oriented approach to recruitment search engagements.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone, email, and in-person.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.