Talent Acquisition Spec Sr

Strategic Staffing Solutions; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

AEP Energy in Canton, OH is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr for full life cycle recruiting of corporate/exempt roles such as engineers and project managers. The role requires independence, and ability to support both technical and non-technical positions within an assigned territory.

Onsite position with remote training during the first month (week of November 17). Prefer candidates living within 50 miles of the Canton office; travel to nearby AEP facilities if required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Five years of corporate recruitment experience including 3 years with electronic applicant systems and internet sourcing.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience recruiting engineers and project managers for exempt professional roles.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring manager and HRBP to determine staffing needs.
• Screens resumes, interviews candidates by phone or in person, administers assessments, and makes hiring recommendations.
• Manages ATS and candidate activity; coordinates interviews and offers.
• Develops strong relationships with internal and external clients to meet staffing goals.
• Ensures onboarding and new hire orientation processes occur; ensures compliance with laws.

Skills

Business Acumen

Verbal & Written Communication

Global & Cultural Awareness

Relationship Management

Consulting / Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

Client: AEP Energy

Location: Canton, OH

Pay rate: Depends on experience.

This is an onsite position. Training will be remote during the first month only, beginning the week of November 17. Preferred location is the following: Canton, OH

Must live within 50 miles of the physical address of the office location. If travel is required, then they would travel to another AEP facility within 50 miles.

Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr is responsible for full life cycle recruiting for corporate/exempt roles such as engineers and project managers. With this role's greater level of experience, the Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr can manage technical and non-technical exempt professional positions and management positions and other related responsibilities as assigned. This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal guidance. This role can also serve as a useful resource toother less seasoned Talent Acquisition employees.

*Utilities and energy sector industry highly preferred but not required

Segments of business: Nuclear Development & New Generation

Not looking for IT recruiters.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Partners with hiring manager and HR Business Partner to determine staffing needs.
• Screens resumes, interviews candidates (by phone or in person), administers appropriate assessments and reference/background checking, makes recommendations for hire (or not hire) and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt position openings within an assigned territory.
• Serves as an expert for recruiting candidates within an assigned territory.
• Partners with Sourcing Specialist in order to bring a diverse slate of qualified candidates to the hiring manager.
• Manages internal transfer process, including screening, coordination of interviews with hiring manager, transfer offer letters, etc.
• Follows up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding recruiting process.
• Develops and maintains an excellent relationship with internal and external clients to ensure achievement of staffing goals.
• Communicates important employment information during delivery of employment offers (e.g., benefits, compensation, non-compete agreements).
• Responsible to ensure onboarding and new hire orientation processes occur.
• Works with hiring managers to ensure compliance with all federal/state laws and regulations, including affirmative action plan compliance.
• Manages current candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Manages application/resume file and retention according to company policy.
• Suggest and help implement on-going process improvements to ensure an effective, efficient and compliant recruiting process.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field preferred; or equivalent years of experience. Five years' corporate experience in recruitment and placement of applicants in professional and management level exempt positions including 3 years of knowledge and experience working with electronic applicant systems and internet recruiting sources.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver's license.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Competencies: Business Acumen Strong verbal and written communication skills. Global & Cultural Awareness Relationship Management Consulting /coaching.