Senior IT Recruiter Job in Mendota Heights, MN

Senior It Recruiter

We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Recruiter to join a scientific instrument manufacturing organization in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a talent acquisition specialist who can lead technical hiring efforts, partner closely with business leaders, and deliver a thoughtful, inclusive candidate experience in a hybrid work setting. The role focuses primarily on technology recruiting while also offering the chance to support additional hiring needs across the business as priorities evolve.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for a wide range of technical openings, including positions in software development, cybersecurity, infrastructure, data, analytics, and digital product teams.
• Create and implement targeted sourcing plans that use talent market research, competitive insights, and proactive outreach to attract candidates with relevant experience.
• Partner with hiring managers and senior stakeholders to shape recruiting strategies, align on candidate profiles, and support informed selection decisions.
• Provide guidance on interview practices, market conditions, and effective hiring approaches to improve recruitment outcomes across teams.
• Foster strong working relationships with IT leadership, HR colleagues, and cross-functional partners to ensure a coordinated hiring process.
• Promote fair and inclusive recruitment methods that expand candidate pipelines and support equitable evaluation practices.
• Maintain requisitions, candidate activity, and recruiting metrics within Workday to support accurate reporting and process visibility.
• Contribute to talent acquisition projects and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen efficiency, consistency, and the overall hiring experience.
• Participate in occasional travel for meetings, team collaboration, or recruiting-related events as needed.