Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition SpecialistNorfolk, VAFirst (Days)The Talent Acquisition Specialist serves as a strategic partner to hiring managers and HR Business Partners, proactively identifying and delivering talent solutions aligned with workforce needs. This role is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process across assigned business units, with a strong emphasis on innovative sourcing strategies and proactive pipeline development.This individual will leverage both tactical execution and strategic insight to recruit diverse, high-quality talent while continuously improving hiring outcomes. The role requires the ability to manage a high volume of requisitions—including complex and hard-to-fill roles—while maintaining an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Talent Partnership:Partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand current and future hiring needsAnticipate workforce trends and develop proactive recruiting strategies to address talent gapsServe as a trusted advisor on talent market insights, candidate availability, and hiring best practicesFull-Cycle Recruitment:Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for all assigned positions, from intake through offerExecute and facilitate screening, interviewing, and selection processesEnsure a consistent, efficient, and high-quality hiring experience for candidates and stakeholdersSourcing & Pipeline Development:Identify and leverage new and diverse sourcing channels to attract top talentEngage in both tactical and strategic sourcing to build robust talent pipelinesProactively source passive candidates and cultivate relationships for current and future opportunitiesRecruitment Strategy & Process Improvement:Support workforce planning by participating in forecasting and recruitment planning effortsDevelop and execute recruitment strategies aligned with business prioritiesContinuously identify opportunities to enhance recruitment processes and improve outcomesProject Leadership & Operational Excellence:Lead or contribute to talent acquisition projects and initiativesEffectively manage a high volume of requisitions across varied job types and levels of complexityMaintain strong organization and follow-through in a fast-paced environmentQualificationsEducation:High School Diploma or GED (Required)Bachelor's Degree (Strongly Preferred)Experience:Minimum of 2 years of HR experience with a Bachelor's Degree, OR4 years of recruiting experience with a High School Diploma/GED (Required)5+ years of recruiting experience required for consideration as a Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistWhat You BringStrong relationship-building and consultative partnership skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and high requisition volumeProven success in sourcing, engaging, and hiring high-impact talentCommitment to inclusive hiring practices and diverse talent pipelinesA proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvementWork Environment & TravelThis is a remote position with regular travel required across Virginia and North CarolinaResidency within 50 miles of Virginia Beach, VA is strongly preferredFlexibility to adjust hours as needed to support hiring events and business priorities as well as your scheduling needs.Why Join UsOpportunity to influence and shape talent strategy in critical business areasCollaborative, mission-driven environmentExposure to both strategic and high-impact recruiting initiativesAbility to lead projects and drive meaningful process improvementsBenefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance •Legal Resources PlanColleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.