Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

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Job description

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We are looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to support our Aeronautical Systems division in Palmdale, CA.

• Develops and administers staffing/employment/recruiting programs.
• Works with hiring manager to document requirements of job openings as required opening requisition(s).
• Determines appropriate recruiting sources for advertising and posting positions.
• Promotes the company image to candidates and external service providers.
• Surfaces candidates and develops networks of people and processes to support a strong pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Pre-screens resumes and evaluates effectiveness of electronic candidate evaluation tools.
• Documents candidate evaluation and interview process.
• Negotiates and/or supports hiring manager in developing new hire compensation package/offers.
• May conduct employment background checks.
• Works with agencies, recruiting contractors and/or internet website representatives in the course of conducting employment advertising campaigns.
• May provide performance feedback on all recruiting agencies/sources.
• May develop, support and maintain college recruiting, affirmative action and career development programs.
• Professionals at the higher levels may specialize in technical recruiting and/or highly specialized executive searches.
• May also assist with the immigration process and administration as a liaison with immigration attorneys.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline and ten or more years of progressive recruitment or human resources experience. At least three years of demonstrated experience in recruiting management or executive level positions is preferred.
• A Master degree and or professional HR or Recruiting certification is preferred
• Exceptional interpersonal communication, public speaking, analytical, verbal and written communication skills to influence all stakeholders and accurately present findings to a variety of audiences including executive management.
• Proven record of excellent program/project management and stakeholder management.
• Comprehensive understanding of human resource principles, theories and concepts
• Capability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.
• Customer focused with the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential, as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• US Citizenship is required.

Additional Information:

• Work Schedule: Regular work schedule will be Monday through Friday and a minimum of 40 hours per week. It's anticipated that work will also be performed in the evenings and on weekends from time to time.
• Work Location: Primary work location to be in Palmdale, CA. This is not a remote position however, there is flexibility for some days to work remote.
• Security Clearance - Not required

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline and ten or more years of progressive recruitment or human resources experience. At least three years of demonstrated experience in recruiting management or executive level positions is preferred.
• A Master degree and or professional HR or Recruiting certification is preferred
• Exceptional interpersonal communication, public speaking, analytical, verbal and written communication skills to influence all stakeholders and accurately present findings to a variety of audiences including executive management.
• Proven record of excellent program/project management and stakeholder management.
• Comprehensive understanding of human resource principles, theories and concepts
• Capability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.
• Customer focused with the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential, as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• US Citizenship is required.

Additional Information:

• Work Schedule: Regular work schedule will be Monday through Friday and a minimum of 40 hours per week. It's anticipated that work will also be performed in the evenings and on weekends from time to time.
• Work Location: Primary work location to be in Palmdale, CA. This is not a remote position however, there is flexibility for some days to work remote.
• Security Clearance - Not required