Talent Acquisition Associate
About The Position
Engineering data centers with precision and expertise. At Strategic Mission Critical, we are more than just engineers; we are experts focusing solely on mission critical facilities. Our seasoned leadership team brings together decades of experience, equipping data center providers worldwide with robust, reliable solutions that keep pace with the evolving digital landscape. As demand for high-performance infrastructure accelerates - fueled by AI and the expanding digital landscape - SMC continues to lead through technical rigor and operational excellence. We’re seeking leaders who think beyond projects to improve the way we deliver them: individuals who elevate people, process, and performance across the firm. We are a growing, mission-driven organization focused on building exceptional teams that drive business success. As we continue to scale, we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering an outstanding candidate and hiring manager experience.
Requirements
- 3–5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in a high-growth company, agency, or corporate environment.
- Proven ability to recruit across a variety of functions and levels.
- Strong sourcing skills and experience identifying passive candidates.
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.
- Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting technologies.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and creating an exceptional candidate experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting hiring in a startup or scaling organization.
- Familiarity with workforce planning and talent market intelligence.
- Experience recruiting for technical, corporate, or leadership roles.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle recruiting for a diverse portfolio of roles across multiple departments.
- Partner closely with hiring managers to understand business needs, define hiring strategies, and deliver exceptional talent.
- Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, networking, referrals, and other recruiting channels.
- Conduct candidate screenings and coordinate interview processes.
- Guide hiring teams on best practices related to interviewing, candidate assessment, and selection.
- Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
- Ensure a positive, inclusive, and high-touch candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
- Track recruiting metrics and use data to drive decision-making and process improvements.
- Support employer branding initiatives and recruitment marketing efforts.
- Collaborate with HR and People Operations teams on onboarding and workforce planning initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- 100% coverage of medical, health, and dental insurance premiums for our full-time employees.
- Reimbursement of professional licensing costs.
- Spouse and family insurance premiums are subsidized by SMC.
- Employer-sponsored life and long-term disability insurance.
- Participation in our 401(k) plan, with annual safe harbor contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
