Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Roanoke, VA client seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist contractor responsible for full life-cycle recruiting for field/craft non-exempt (non-DOT and DOT) roles such as line workers, electricians, plant operators and maintenance technicians: recruiting, screening and recommending placement of staff by using creative sourcing methods (internal and external). Can manage technical and non-technical exempt professional positions and management positions and other related responsibilities as assigned. Not looking for IT recruiters.

This is an onsite position. Training will be remote during the first month only, beginning the week of August 10. Effective 9/14/2026, this role will be onsite Monday-Friday. Must live within 50 miles of the physical address of the office location. Preferred locations are the following: Roanoke, VA; Corpus Christi, TX; Abilene, TX; Shreveport, LA; Ft. Wayne, IN. Secondary locations are Columbus, OH and Tulsa, OK.

Essential Job Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• This role can also serve as a useful resource to other less seasoned Talent Acquisition employees.
• Partners with hiring manager and HR Business Partner to determine staffing needs.
• Screens resumes, interviews candidates (by phone or in person), administers appropriate assessments and reference/background checking, makes recommendations for hire (or not hire) and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt position openings within an assigned territory.
• Serves as an expert for recruiting candidates within an assigned territory.
• Partners with Sourcing Specialist in order to bring a diverse slate of qualified candidates to the hiring manager. Manages internal transfer process, including screening, coordination of interviews with hiring manager, transfer offer letters, etc.
• Follows up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding recruiting process. Develops and maintains an excellent relationship with internal and external clients to ensure achievement of staffing goals.
• Communicates important employment information during delivery of employment offers (e.g., benefits, compensation, non-compete agreements). Responsible to ensure onboarding and new hire orientation processes occur.
• Works with hiring managers to ensure compliance with all federal/state laws and regulations, including affirmative action plan compliance. Manages current candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Manages application/resume file and retention according to company policy.
• Suggest and help implement on-going process improvements to ensure an effective, efficient and compliant recruiting process.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field preferred; or equivalent years of experience.
• Five years' corporate experience in recruitment and placement of applicants in professional and management level exempt positions including 3 years of knowledge and experience working with electronic applicant systems and internet recruiting sources.
• Valid driver's license.
• Business Acumen: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Global & Cultural Awareness: Relationship Management Consulting/coaching.
• Some travel may be required.

Worried that you don't meet every single requirement listed in the job ad? Studies have shown that individuals from marginalized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Hive + Co. is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and representative workplace, so if you're excited about this role, but worried that you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyways. We'd love to get to know you.