Recruiter (Corporate)

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you're looking for. Position Summary The Recruiter plays a key role in consulting, sourcing and recruiting of mid- to senior-level positions. This role demonstrates a "talent hunter" mentality in sourcing, engaging, and maintaining diverse pipelines by marketing Xcel Energy as an employer of choice while developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies that reflect a strong understanding of the business and market. The Recruiter will cultivate strong internal and external relations relationships and provide consultation and partnership to ensure best-in-class candidate and hiring leader experience while embedding brand and Diversity & Inclusion into every step of the recruiting process. Essential Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing: Research and develop diverse talent pipelines based on anticipated needs and guidance from business leaders. Initiate and sustain strategic, multi-channel conversations with external audiences to drive to passive and engaged candidates to Xcel Energy. Network and build long-lasting stakeholder relationships. Business Relationships: Develop strong business acumen and create deep relationships with business areas. Provide consultation that demonstrates knowledge of the business and understanding of the talent market. Recruitment Strategy: Develop and implement recruiting strategies and plans. Utilize data and analytics to measure success and pivot as needed to improve productivity and cost effectiveness. Recruitment: Accountable for full life cycle recruiting for entry, mid, and senior level roles. Effectively partner with stakeholders and utilize sourcing techniques. Clearly define and drive tactics and timeline for sourcing, service, assessment, selection. Partner with team and stakeholders to ensure a seamless flow of service to the customer internal and external. Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop best practices and foster idea generation to drive continuous improvement efforts. Support the team in learning, education of TA practices and process knowledge with the TA organization. Assist in coordinating Xcel Energy TA programs, and other duties as assigned. Analytics: Utilize data tools and metrics to track and drive actions to improve candidate and hiring leader experience, service standards, and personal performance. Pivot as needed to improve productivity and cost effectiveness. Minimum Requirements BS/BA degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or a combination of education and experience). 3-5 year's experience in full cycle recruitment (direct sourcing, corporate recruitment) including consultative partnership with business leaders to define talent needs. Ability to travel occasionally and commute to events and company locations as needed. Experience developing and implementing recruitment plans and strategies (diverse talent pools Prior Applicant Tracking System (ATS) experience required. Demonstrated knowledge of EEO and affirmative action. Knowledge of employment law Demonstrated knowledge of TA metrics and how they influence each level of the recruiting funnel. Preferred Requirements: 1+ years of experience on the Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition team. As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io . Non-Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $64,100.00 to $90,966.66 per year This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program Medical/Pharmacy Plan Dental Vision Life Insurance Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Health Care Reimbursement Account Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA) Transportation Reimbursement Account Short-term disability (STD) Long-term disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Tuition reimbursement Transit programs Employee recognition program Pension 401(k) plan Paid time off (PTO) Holidays Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) Parental Leave Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Deadline to Apply: 07/31/26 EEO is the Law ( | EEO is the Law Supplement ( | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination ( | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) ( | Employee Rights (PDF) ( All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility. ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT Xcel Energy endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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