Talent Acquisition Specialist II - Sourcing and Outreach Strategy

Build Talent Pipelines That Drive Growth

Are you passionate about talent sourcing, workforce planning, and building high-impact recruiting strategies? We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist II – Sourcing & Outreach Strategy to help drive critical hiring initiatives through innovative sourcing techniques, market intelligence, and strategic talent outreach. In this role, you will partner closely with Talent Acquisition and business leaders to develop proactive candidate pipelines for current and future hiring needs.

If you enjoy leveraging data, market research, and advanced sourcing tools to identify top talent, this is an exciting opportunity to make a measurable impact.

Talent Sourcing & Outreach Strategy Execute and support strategic sourcing and outreach initiatives designed to attract high-quality talent. Develop and maintain candidate pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions. Utilize innovative sourcing methods to identify passive and active candidates. Continuously improve sourcing processes and outreach strategies to maximize candidate engagement and conversion rates. Leverage advanced recruiting techniques, including:
Linked In Recruiter Social media sourcing Candidate relationship management (CRM) tools Profile aggregators Geofencing and event-targeting strategies Complex Boolean search methodologies.

Workforce Planning & Analytics Analyze sourcing performance metrics and outreach effectiveness. Track pipeline health, engagement activity, and key recruiting KPIs. Evaluate return on investment (ROI) of sourcing initiatives and recommend process improvements. Support data-driven talent acquisition planning for both immediate and future workforce needs.

Market Intelligence & Competitive Research Conduct talent market and competitor research to identify talent availability and emerging hiring trends. Map talent pools and geographic markets to uncover new sourcing opportunities. Translate labor market insights into actionable recruiting and outreach strategies. Provide reporting and recommendations to support hiring goals and workforce growth initiatives.

Collaboration & Partnership Partner with Talent Advisors and recruiting teams to attract and engage top talent. Build strong working relationships across departments and business units. Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and results-oriented work environment. Support additional talent acquisition projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced proficiency with:
Linked In Recruiter Social media recruiting platforms Boolean search techniques Working knowledge of OFCCP and EEO compliance requirements. Strong project management, organization, and prioritization skills. Excellent communication, analytical, and relationship-building abilities.

Advanced degrees (Master's or Ph.D.) may substitute for relevant experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience sourcing candidates with federal security clearances. Experience supporting high-volume or technical recruiting environments. Familiarity with talent intelligence, workforce planning, and recruiting analytics.

This position requires regular on-site collaboration and engagement, with employees expected to work on-site three to five days per week at the designated work location. Occasional travel between company locations and other business-related sites may be required. Work may be performed in a variety of environments, including office settings, laboratories, production facilities, clean rooms, outdoor locations, and remote research environments, depending on business needs.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping recruiting strategy, expanding talent pipelines, and helping an innovative organization meet ambitious growth objectives. You'll have the chance to leverage cutting-edge sourcing tools, influence workforce planning decisions, and make a direct impact on organizational success while advancing your career in talent acquisition and recruiting strategy.

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