Human Resources Analyst III - Sourcer (LTE-District Temp)
About The Position
At The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California , we’re not just delivering water — we’re sustaining life for over 19 million people. Behind every drop of water is a team of Talented Employees: innovators, problem-solvers, and connectors who make it all possible. This Talent Sourcer position is a limited-term job (up to 36 months) as part of a surge staffing project aimed at reducing vacancies. We’re looking for a Talent Sourcer who’s as passionate about people as we are about our mission. Someone who loves the chase, thrives on building relationships, and gets genuine joy from finding the perfect fit. If you have the instincts of a detective, the heart of a connector, and the creativity of a storyteller, this is your chance to make an impact that flows far beyond the hiring process. This isn’t your average sourcing role — it’s your opportunity to help build the teams that will secure Southern California’s water future for generations to come. If you are proficient in this language (site:linkedin.com/in/ AND ("technical sourcer" OR "talent sourcer" OR ...) we want you! Ready to make some waves? Apply today and be part of something bigger.
Requirements
- Experience in talent sourcing for recruitments, ideally in complex or mission-driven organizations.
- Sharp research skills, strong communication, and a genuine curiosity for people.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to represent Metropolitan’s mission with authenticity and passion.
- Expertise with sourcing platforms, networks, and creative outreach techniques.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years relevant experience; or two years as a MWD Human Resources Analyst II.
- The ideal candidate will have a record of demonstrating the highest level of ethics and integrity and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Four years of recruitment experience, including at least two years with the title of Sourcer, specializing in using research, technology, and sourcing tools to develop sourcing strategies, identify and engage hard-to-find passive talent, and build and maintain strategic talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs.
- Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a full lifecycle recruiter
- Experience sourcing engineering positions
- Experience sourcing trade positions (e.g.) Industrial Electrician, Mechanics etc.
- Linked In Recruiter
Responsibilities
- Seek out and engage extraordinary talent before anyone else does.
- Build dynamic pipelines that keep our hiring engine running strong.
- Partner with recruiters and hiring leaders to turn strategies into success stories.
- Experiment, innovate, and bring sourcing magic to life every day.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent medical insurance
- Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.
- Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System
- Training opportunities
- Excellent working environment
- Public transportation reimbursements
- Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis
- On-site fitness center
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
