Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more. We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities. Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!Summary:The Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor will spearhead the development and execution of recruitment strategies that attract highly qualified candidates for a variety of roles, including technical, engineering, operations, transportation, maintenance, and safety compliance positions—across our pipeline operations. Reporting to senior leadership, this role requires a strategic thinker who can partner with internal teams to build and nurture a robust talent pipeline that supports our business goals.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Strategy & Execution:Develop, implement, and continuously refine comprehensive recruitment strategies tailored to the technical and operational needs of a large pipeline company.Plan and execute targeted sourcing campaigns using cutting-edge techniquesEnd-to-End Recruitment Management:Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from requisition intake, crafting job descriptions, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer negotiations.Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to identify skill gaps and workforce needs, ensuring alignment with company objectives.Candidate Pipeline & Relationship Building:Maintain and optimize candidate databases and pipelines using modern Applicant Tracking Systems (Taleo).Engage with industry associations, academic institutions, and professional networks to establish lasting talent relationships that drive diversity and inclusion.Compliance & Process Improvement:Ensure recruitment practices comply with company policies, industry-specific regulations, and labor laws as they pertain to safety and operational standards.Analyze recruitment data and metrics to proactively drive process improvements and enhance the candidate experience from application to onboarding.Brand Ambassador:Act as the employer brand champion by clearly communicating the company’s vision, culture, and values to attract top-tier candidates.Represent the company at recruiting events, networking functions, and industry forums to elevate our market presence.Requirements:Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:Education & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent work experienceA minimum of 2-5+ years’ experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, with a demonstrated track record in recruiting for technical or industrial roles.Ability to work 100% on-site in our office buildingDeep understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and labor market trends specific to the pipeline or similar technical industries.Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms; familiarity with data analytics tools for measuring recruiting effectiveness is a plus.Knowledge of safety, regulatory, or compliance standards relevant to pipeline operations is highly desirable.Experience with MS office and SharePoint productsPreferred Skills:Workday experienceCore Competencies & Skills:Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a knack for relationship building and collaborative problem-solving.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.Proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for creative sourcing, process improvement, and continuous learning.Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:The Specialist/Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience and 4-7 years of relevant job-related experienceThe Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience and 5-8 years of relevant job-related experienceWorking Conditions:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Usually, normal office working conditions.Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.Occasional overnight travel may be required.Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.