Senior Talent Outreach Specialist

Oncor•Dallas, TX

11d

About The Position

As a Senior Talent Outreach Specialist at Oncor, you’ll design, execute, and continuously improve outreach strategies that strengthen partnerships with universities, student organizations, community-based nonprofits, veterans’ networks, and trade and technical programs—while delivering measurable recruiting outcomes aligned with Oncor’s long-term workforce needs. You’ll play a critical role in shaping Oncor’s future workforce by expanding access, strengthening community partnerships, and building sustainable, inclusive talent pipelines across Texas.

Requirements

High-initiative, results-driven mindset with strong follow-through.
Creative, strategic thinker who brings practical solutions to recruiting challenges.
Trusted relationship builder with credibility across diverse communities.
Highly organized, data-informed, and outcome-oriented.
Demonstrated passion for inclusive recruiting and expanding access to opportunity.
Strong knowledge of the Texas education, talent, and workforce landscape.
Proven ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability and willingness to travel frequently and represent the organization at external events.
Experience preparing, analyzing, and presenting recruiting and outreach metrics.
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent and 5+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, outreach, or workforce development required.
Demonstrated experience with: Campus recruiting and university partnerships Sourcing from non-traditional and various talent pipelines Community-based, relationship-driven recruiting models

Nice To Haves

Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Strategic Outreach & Pipeline Development Develop and execute comprehensive outreach strategies with universities, student organizations, professional associations, national organizations and community partners.
Partner with internal Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support Oncor representation at hiring events and community engagements.
Serve as the primary external relationship lead for key national and regional organizations, professional organizations and other strategic partners.
Build and sustain long-term, trust-based relationships with campus leaders, faculty, student organizations, and community stakeholders.
Act as a visible Oncor ambassador at career fairs, campus events, conferences, and community recruiting activities statewide.
Recruiting & Talent Sourcing Source, engage, and cultivate candidates from non-traditional and emerging talent pipelines to support current and future workforce needs.
Partner closely with the Talent Acquisition Early Careers Specialist and broader recruitment team to align outreach efforts with role requirements and hiring priorities.
Partner with Sr. Human Resource (HR) Data Analyst regarding workforce metrics.
Support outreach-driven recruiting efforts with a focus on early-career talent, skilled trades, and mid-career professionals.
Strategy, Collaboration & Influence Serve as a strategic partner to Talent Acquisition, HR, and business leaders to align outreach initiatives regarding workforce planning.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to design and pilot innovative recruiting and engagement approaches.
Proactively identify and recommend new partnerships, sourcing strategies, and engagement models that expand reach and impact.
Metrics, Reporting & Insights Track, analyze, and report quarterly outreach and recruiting metrics, including pipeline activity, event outcomes, candidate conversion rates, and partnership effectiveness.
Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to improve outreach strategy and execution.
Maintain accurate documentation of partnerships, events, outreach spend, and results.
Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to monitor and manage outreach-related budget and expenditures.

Benefits

Annual incentive program.
Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.
401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
401k match with student debt program.
Cash balance pension plan.
Adoption Assistance.
Mental health resources.
Employee resource groups.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.
Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.