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Excellence Through People! Take your engineering career to the next level by working with energetic, talented, and forward-thinking colleagues and clients who invest in the collective good, take a balanced approach to sustainable solutions, are flexible to the realities of complex changes, and provide genuine effort to do the right by others.
Who We Are:
Power System Engineering (PSE) is an electrical energy expert that provides relationship-driven engineering and consulting services for forward-thinking partners who pursue long-term energy solutions. Check out our website at: www.powersystem.org
What We Are Looking For:
As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at PSE in our Madison, WI, Office, your primary responsibility will be researching, developing, and implementing effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent. You will collaborate closely with the HR team and hiring managers to fill open roles, factoring in the short-term and long-term goals of the organization. The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a crucial role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support our company’s growth and success. This position will manage the full-cycle recruitment process and ensure a positive candidate experience. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and has a strong understanding of sourcing, interviewing, and talent management best practices.
What You Will Be Doing:
Talent Sourcing & Attraction:
•Proactively develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract active and passive candidates across various platforms, including job boards, social media, and professional networks. Build and maintain talent pipelines for roles and future hiring needs through networking, research, and relationship management.
•Build and maintain relationships with universities, colleges, and professional organizations, and attend career fairs to expand the talent pipeline.
•Create and post engaging job advertisements and monitor their performance to optimize reach and effectiveness.
Candidate Screening & Selection:
•Review resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates and make decisions on potential candidates.
•Conduct detailed intake meetings with hiring managers to align on job requirements, selection criteria, and timelines. Lead initial candidate screenings, evaluate qualifications, assess cultural fit, and coordinate comprehensive interview processes with hiring teams to ensure alignment, integrity, compliance, and a streamlined candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
•Perform thorough reference checks to verify candidate information.
•In collaboration with hiring managers, make final selection decisions and prepare and extend job offers.
Recruitment Operations & Reporting:
•Maintain and manage the applicant tracking system (e.g., ADP), ensuring accurate documentation and tracking of candidate progress.
•Develop and present recruitment-related reports, metrics, and dashboards to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.
•Collaborate with the HR Director and department leaders to align recruitment efforts with staffing objectives and budget considerations.
•Partner with HR and hiring managers to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
Process Improvement & Compliance:
•Assist in drafting detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
•Contribute to developing and documenting recruitment processes, identifying areas for improvement.
•Maintain, monitor, and update the company’s annual Affirmative Action Plan (AAP), ensuring compliance
•Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations as well as company policies.
Candidate Experience & Employer Branding:
•Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process and appropriately represent the company's brand.
•Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, providing timely updates and addressing questions throughout the recruitment process.
•Provide regular follow-up with hiring managers to evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment plans and sourcing strategies.
What You Will Need:
Education and Experience
•Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
•2-4 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or a related human resources function.
•Proven track record of sourcing and recruiting talent across multiple levels and functions.
•Experience with applicant tracking systems (e.g., ADP or similar platforms) and HRIS platforms.
Knowledge and Skills
•Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to engage candidates, collaborate with stakeholders, and promote the company’s brand and value proposition.
•Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster positive connections with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.
•Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.
•Expertise in developing and implementing proactive sourcing strategies to identify, engage, and nurture relationships with passive and active talent.
•Proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented with a high degree of initiative and self-motivation.
•Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a track record of meeting or exceeding deadlines and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
•In-depth knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and industry best practices related to recruitment, hiring, and compliance (e.g., EEO, OFCCP).
•Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or similar software.
•Ability to pivot quickly and maintain focus on achieving team and individual goals.
•Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging talent acquisition trends, tools, and techniques.
Compensation & Benefits:
•Salary Range: $60,564 - $70,196
This salary range reflects the anticipated base salary for two to six minimum relevant years of experience. The successful candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with the candidate's relevant years of experience, education, and technical expertise.
•Discretionary annual performance-based profit-sharing bonus
•Cell phone reimbursement
•401(k) retirement plan and employer safe harbor contribution
•Comprehensive health, health savings account (HSA), dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA) & dependent care reimbursement account
•Life insurance, short & long-term disability, and other voluntary coverages
•Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
•Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time off (VTO) to serve our communities.
•Professional development opportunities and educational assistance
PSE is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all its employees to grow, learn, and expand their roles in ways they can be creative and best accomplish the client’s needs. We assess qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Disclaimer:
We are committed to fairness and transparency in our hiring process. Compensation may be adjusted based on the candidate’s experience, education, qualifications, market conditions, and internal equity.
PSE
We want you to grow. We want you to learn. We want you to expand with us
Madison, WI
Full-time
$60,564-$70,196
