Talent Acquisition Sourcer (Transportation and Infrastructure)

GAI Consultants is seeking a Talent Acquisition Sourcer to join our talented and energetic Talent Acquisition team. The successful candidate will be responsible for using their professional experience and network to source candidates for requisitions as well as pipeline talent.

This individual will work closely with business leadership to understand the hiring needs and build a targeted sourcing plan. This position will target planning, engineering & environmental consulting-based talent. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. This position may be performed remotely and/or from one of GAI’s office locations. #Remote #Recruiter

Essential Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following: 

• Using industry knowledge, social media sources, Technical Operations, and mission-focused knowledge to seek out potential candidates and successfully bring those candidates to GAI.
• Researching market conditions and industry trends as they relate to our competitors to assist in decision-making and marketing positions.
• Utilizing professional networks to source candidates for active requisitions.
• Sourcing candidates from a variety of sources, with a strong emphasis on LinkedIn, Indeed.com, ZoomInfo, social media, and search engines (Google Chrome, advanced Boolean searching strings, and niche job boards).
• Using social networking mediums (i.e., LinkedIn groups and other online forums) to promote GAI employer brand messaging that drives traffic to open roles by establishing and promoting positive relationships.
• Recruit, screen, and interview candidates for open positions. Expectations include identifying a high volume of qualified candidates for current and future needs.
• Collaborating with hiring managers and leaders to develop relationships, understand needs, and create solutions for hard-to-fill positions.
• Maintaining data integrity of the candidate management database.
• Extensive data mining of various social media to identify candidate profiles.
• Domestic travel to assist with events and in support of the business (up to 15%).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field is required.

Required Experience:

• 5 plus years' experience recruiting positions providing Transportation Engineering Services for State Departments of Transportation (DOT) and Local Agencies, Water/Wastewater Engineering, Land Development.
• 5 to 10 years’ experience required in the social digital and recruitment arena.
• 5 plus years’ experience sourcing candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter and other similar/related sourcing tools.
• 5 years’ experience defining and implementing research and sourcing strategies for critical positions.

Preferred Experience:

• 5 to 10 years’ experience sourcing technical talent across various planning, engineering & environmental consulting disciplines (Civil, Structural, Infrastructure, Transportation, Construction, Water/Wastewater, etc.).
• 5 plus years previous experience in planning, engineering and environmental consulting.
• 5 years’ industry knowledge with the ability to understand relevant skills, target companies and user groups.
• SHRM Cert Professional (SHRM-CP) or PHR certification preferred.

Required Skills:

Intermediate Level:

• Leadership
• Problem-solving
• MS Office Suite
• Organization
• Critical thinking.

Advanced Level:

• Communications
• Negotiation
• Presentation.

Required Behaviors:

• Innovative,
• Team Player
• Enthusiastic
• Detail Oriented

 

Why GAI?   

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.   

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:   

Competitive Pay & Recognition