- Salary
- $68k – $119k/yr
- Location
- Alexandria, VA, VA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Human Resources
- Seniority
- Senior
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Overview
Are you skilled in discovering talent and connecting them with the right career opportunity? Do you have a passion for creating talent strategies to address hiring needs and are enthusiastic about a challenging and fast-paced working environment? Are you a critical thinker who takes initiative and has a proactive approach to your work style? Would you like to join a team whose philosophy is that leadership exists at every level?
The Senior Talent Acquisition Lead will partner with Hiring Managers and Departmental Recruitment Coordinators to strategize and execute on hiring plans to bring top talent into the organization. This individual will proactively source candidates through a variety of channels, with a sense of urgency, to meet monthly hiring targets. Additionally, this person will drive the full cycle recruiting process to get the best talent hired efficiently. The Senior Talent Acquisition Lead will be an Influencer vs Order Taker, possessing strong negotiation and communication skills, as well as strong written skills; with the ability to attract passive candidates through effective messaging and the ability to build and maintain an effective working relationship with senior level hiring managers and peers.
The Opportunity
Handles full lifecycle recruiting for assigned searches beginning with a kick-off meeting with the hiring manager to discuss process and strategic approach
Establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers to stay abreast of current and future hiring and business needs; executes agreed upon recruiting strategies
Perform searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using computerdatabases, networking, Web-based recruiting resources, cold calls, media, recruiting firms,and employee referrals
Evaluates the resumes of prospective candidates anddeterminesdegree of skill match;recommends or declines appropriately and forwards qualified candidate resumes to thehiring manager for review
Tracks candidate activity frominitialresume submittal to hire in the applicant trackingsystem (ATS)
Conducts initial employment screening interviews by e-mail, phone, face-to-face, or otherplatforms
Coordinates all interviewlogisticsand interfaces with candidates effectively during therecruiting and evaluation process
Coordinates receiving and evaluating of interview feedback and advises hiring supervisor inthe final selection process
Advise managers and employees on staffing policies and procedures
Collaborates with the HR Manager, Compensation & Benefits in making salary offers
Checks references, verifies educational credentials, and coordinates backgroundinvestigation of selected candidate; negotiates and makes verbal and written offers ofemployment
Manages the on-boarding process of each new hire recruited and coordinates thescheduling of orientation and other on-boarding meetings
Works with colleagues to prepare weekly reports tomonitorrecruitment activity, tracksvacant positions, recruiting strategies/sources, and costs
Continually networks and builds contacts in key functional areas toassistinfuture recruitment activities
Drive a culture of employee engagement by supporting initiatives that enhance communication, retention, and the overall employee experience
Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative actionguidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA);
Participates in various projects
About the Department
The Department of Human Resources comprises a dedicated team of professionals working to support the strategic direction of the City government through the recruitment, development, and retention of a high-quality workforce capable of delivering public services in a complex and stimulating community environment. Through thoughtful planning and the diligent execution of work, the Department of Human Resources focuses on the critical needs of our dynamic organization and its employees. If you are curious for a broader view, click the City of Alexandria to learn more about our great City.
