Senior Talent Sourcer

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory•Richland, WA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

PNNL’s Human Resources organization is comprised of over 100 committed professionals working to advance the interests of the lab and support scientific discovery and excellence. HR is engaged in a transformational journey to help PNNL meet its talent acquisition and retention goals through innovative benefits, compensation, learning, and workforce programs. We are on a mission to find a Talent Sourcer to join our Talent Acquisition team! Reporting to the Recruiting Team Leader, the Talent Sourcer is responsible for identifying, engaging, and attracting top technical and specialized talent to support PNNL’s mission. In this position, you will source and interact with potential candidates, build and maintain proactive talent pipelines, conduct initial candidate screenings, set up interviews as applicable, manage the candidate database and track conversion metrics. The Talent Sourcer partners closely with recruiters and hiring leaders in the laboratory. They will bring strong sourcing expertise, curiosity about PNNL’s research environment, and the ability to operate effectively in a compliance‑driven organization. As the Talent Sourcer, you will be innovative in the use of sourcing techniques to develop diverse talent pools, use data to provide market and talent insights, and serve as a trusted strategic partner. This position is On-site/Hybrid - Richland, WA preferred!

Requirements

Bachelor’s + 7 yrs relevant Talent Sourcing experience OR
Master’s + 5 yrs relevant Talent Sourcing experience
Direct experience performing dedicated technical sourcing for specialized/hard-to-fill roles which includes advanced proficiency using sourcing techniques, including Boolean/X-ray search, across platforms and open web
Experience using sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut or similar platforms
Experience conducting talent mapping, market research, or competitive intelligence to inform sourcing strategies
Demonstrated ability to integrate and optimize AI-enabled sourcing technologies, talent intelligence tools, and advanced research methodologies within recruiting workflows while maintaining a human-centered candidate experience.
Ability to effectively present and communicate PNNL’s mission to all candidates.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret talent data, market indicators, competitive intelligence, and sourcing performance metrics to inform strategy and improve hiring outcomes.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and candidates at multiple organizational levels.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple complex searches simultaneously in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple high-impact searches in a dynamic environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Strong collaborative, team-oriented skills.
Strong negotiation and candidate influence skills to support successful pipeline conversion and hiring outcomes.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems, talent databases, CRM platforms, and standard business software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) to support sourcing operations and reporting.
Knowledge of EEO principles.

Nice To Haves

Experience applying AI-enabled sourcing tools to improve precision and efficiency
Demonstrated success sourcing for highly specialized or niche technical roles
Training or certification in advanced sourcing methodologies

Responsibilities

Responsibly leverage AI-enabled sourcing tools, talent intelligence platforms, and automation to increase efficiency while maintaining a human-centered approach to candidate outreach and engagement.
Partner closely with recruiters and hiring leaders to calibrate on evolving hiring needs, influence talent strategy decisions, and operate effectively in ambiguous or rapidly changing environments.
Identify qualified candidate profiles using various advanced sourcing technique knowledge (e.g. Boolean, LinkedIn, SeekOut, Slack, GitHub, talent intelligence tools, AI-enabled search platforms, open source).
Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies for technical and professional roles.
Build and nurture proactive talent pipelines through strategic market research, targeted outreach, talent community development, referrals and ongoing relationship management with passive candidates.
Monitor sourcing effectiveness and labor market signals to continuously refine outreach strategies and improve hiring outcomes.
Engage candidates through targeted messaging, branding initiatives, and multi-channel outreach strategies across digital and in-person environments including email and text recruit.
Maintain regular communication regarding recruiting pipelining efforts by providing status updates to all stakeholders through calibration touch points.
Screen candidates for technical alignment, qualifications, and interest in the organization’s mission-driven work.
Sets up candidate interviews with hiring leader and/or recruiters, as applicable.
Promotes our employer brand online and offline.
Prepare and deliver clear, data-driven presentations and reports to stakeholders on pipeline health, sourcing performance, hiring risks, and market intelligence, demonstrating strong executive presence and influence.
Track and analyze pipeline metrics and conversion data to evaluate sourcing strategy effectiveness and recommend process improvements.
Maintain accurate candidate records and pipeline activity within the applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure data integrity and reporting readiness.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance sourcing operations, stakeholder collaboration, and overall recruiting effectiveness.
Perform other related duties as assigned.