Job Description
Job Summary
Stratus is growing! The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for leading the recruitment and hiring efforts of the organization, ensuring the acquisition of top talent to meet current and future business needs. This role involves developing and executing recruitment strategies, managing the talent acquisition team, and collaborating with leadership to align hiring initiatives with organizational goals. The Talent Acquisition Manager plays a key role in promoting the organization’s employer brand, fostering a positive candidate experience, and implementing innovative talent sourcing methods.
Primary Essential Functions
• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract and hire high-quality candidates across all levels of the organization.
• Lead and manage the talent acquisition team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to ensure the team meets hiring goals.
• Collaborate with department leaders and HR business partners to understand workforce needs, align recruitment strategies, and create accurate job descriptions.
• Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process, including job posting, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for candidates.
• Actively manage and work on assigned requisitions, sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates to ensure timely fulfillment of critical hiring needs while balancing leadership responsibilities.
• Build and maintain a strong employer brand by promoting the organization’s culture, values, and career opportunities through social media, events, and partnerships.
• Develop and maintain a diverse talent pipeline by leveraging job boards, networking events, university partnerships, and other sourcing channels.
• Use data-driven insights to monitor recruitment metrics, identify trends, and adjust strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Negotiate offers with candidates, ensuring alignment with organizational compensation structures and candidate expectations.
• Stay updated on industry trends, recruitment technologies, and best practices to enhance talent acquisition strategies and processes.
Secondary Essential Functions
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with clients and colleagues including cross-functional teams, peers, direct reports, and leadership, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Adapt to changing business needs and priorities, demonstrating flexibility in taking on new responsibilities and adjusting to evolving challenges.
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Knowledge
• Comprehensive knowledge of recruitment strategies, talent sourcing methods, and best practices.
• Familiarity with employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to hiring.
• Understanding of workforce planning, job market trends, and talent acquisition metrics.
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.
Skills
• Strong leadership and team management skills for guiding and motivating talent acquisition professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in negotiation and offer management to align candidate expectations with organizational goals.
• Analytical skills for tracking recruitment metrics and using data to drive decisions.
• Creative problem-solving skills for addressing recruitment challenges and finding innovative sourcing solutions.
Abilities
• Ability to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies that align with business objectives.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and hiring needs.
• Ability to promote the organization’s employer brand and create a positive candidate experience.
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources , Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• An acceptable combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred
• Certification in HR or Talent Acquisition (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, CTAS, CIR, PRC).
• Demonstrated experience recruiting for the AEC industry.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment, including computers, keyboards, telephones, and printers.
• Occasional light physical activity such as walking, standing, or carrying materials (up to 20 lbs.).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, over the phone, and through written communication.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, *** or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), ****** orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
Stratus is growing! The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for leading the recruitment and hiring efforts of the organization, ensuring the acquisition of top talent to meet current and future business needs. This role involves developing and executing recruitment strategies, managing the talent acquisition team, and collaborating with leadership to align hiring initiatives with organizational goals. The Talent Acquisition Manager plays a key role in promoting the organization’s employer brand, fostering a positive candidate experience, and implementing innovative talent sourcing methods.
Primary Essential Functions
• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract and hire high-quality candidates across all levels of the organization.
• Lead and manage the talent acquisition team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to ensure the team meets hiring goals.
• Collaborate with department leaders and HR business partners to understand workforce needs, align recruitment strategies, and create accurate job descriptions.
• Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process, including job posting, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for candidates.
• Actively manage and work on assigned requisitions, sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates to ensure timely fulfillment of critical hiring needs while balancing leadership responsibilities.
• Build and maintain a strong employer brand by promoting the organization’s culture, values, and career opportunities through social media, events, and partnerships.
• Develop and maintain a diverse talent pipeline by leveraging job boards, networking events, university partnerships, and other sourcing channels.
• Use data-driven insights to monitor recruitment metrics, identify trends, and adjust strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Negotiate offers with candidates, ensuring alignment with organizational compensation structures and candidate expectations.
• Stay updated on industry trends, recruitment technologies, and best practices to enhance talent acquisition strategies and processes.
Secondary Essential Functions
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with clients and colleagues including cross-functional teams, peers, direct reports, and leadership, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Adapt to changing business needs and priorities, demonstrating flexibility in taking on new responsibilities and adjusting to evolving challenges.
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Knowledge
• Comprehensive knowledge of recruitment strategies, talent sourcing methods, and best practices.
• Familiarity with employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to hiring.
• Understanding of workforce planning, job market trends, and talent acquisition metrics.
• Knowledge of applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.
Skills
• Strong leadership and team management skills for guiding and motivating talent acquisition professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in negotiation and offer management to align candidate expectations with organizational goals.
• Analytical skills for tracking recruitment metrics and using data to drive decisions.
• Creative problem-solving skills for addressing recruitment challenges and finding innovative sourcing solutions.
Abilities
• Ability to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies that align with business objectives.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and hiring needs.
• Ability to promote the organization’s employer brand and create a positive candidate experience.
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources , Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• An acceptable combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred
• Certification in HR or Talent Acquisition (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, CTAS, CIR, PRC).
• Demonstrated experience recruiting for the AEC industry.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment, including computers, keyboards, telephones, and printers.
• Occasional light physical activity such as walking, standing, or carrying materials (up to 20 lbs.).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, over the phone, and through written communication.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, *** or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), ****** orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Talent Acquisition Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Pittsburgh offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.