Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, University Relations and Programs

$106,000 - $120,000/Yr

Eversource Energy - Westwood, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Westwood, MA

Utilities

About the position

The Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant for University Relations and Programs at Eversource will lead the full lifecycle strategy and execution of campus recruitment activities for various college-level programs. This role focuses on building relationships with colleges and universities to create a diverse talent pipeline, enhancing on-campus programs, and promoting Eversource's opportunities within the community.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with colleges/universities to build a diverse talent pipeline.
• Create on-campus recruitment activities and participate in diversity outreach events.
• Source and identify talent through various channels.
• Manage on and off-campus information sessions and interviews.
• Consult on the final selection of candidates and extend offers.
• Enhance on-campus programs and strategic partnerships.
• Identify creative solutions to recruiting obstacles and process improvements.
• Promote Eversource's full-time opportunities, development programs, internships, and cooperative education programs.
• Consult with key stakeholders to identify staffing needs and workforce planning strategies.
• Design and deliver programs that meet business requirements and address college hiring challenges.
• Ensure a positive experience for students and candidates during the recruitment process.
• Utilize recruiting metrics and research to stay informed on student life issues and business trends.
• Maintain accurate documentation on candidates and recruiting activities to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate communication with applicants and candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Provide feedback to hiring managers and interview teams on candidates.
• Meet established metrics for the assigned business unit.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years of recruiting experience, focusing on university recruiting.
• Knowledge of full lifecycle campus recruiting components.
• Experience developing campus relationships and recruiting programs.
• Strong networking skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Tech-savvy with strong MS Office skills; experience with Workday ATS or other enterprise TA systems is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a high-volume recruiting setting.
• Ability to adapt to changes in process and receive constructive feedback.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of the selection process.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards program including salary range of $106,000-$120,000/year plus incentive.