Talent Acquisition Manager (Hybrid - Chicago, IL)

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
Energy • Renewable Energy
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The Role

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.

We are currently seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Manager to lead our recruitment efforts and attract top talent to join Energy Solutions (ES).  Reporting to the Associate Director of Talent Acquisition, this Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing effective recruiting strategies to meet Energy Solutions’ staffing needs, oversee a team of dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialists, while promoting a positive candidate experience.  

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in full-cycle recruitment, excellent communication skills, a passion for building relationships with candidates and hiring managers and have demonstrated managerial experience teaching, motivating, and operating as a hands-on leader. 

This is a hybrid work opportunity.  At ES, this means working onsite at one of our offices a minimum of 1 day/week (currently Wednesdays) with flexibility for the remainder of the days. ES has offices in Oakland, CA, Portland, OR, Chicago, IL, and Boston, MA. 

 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

  • Manage and mentor the Talent Acquisition team by providing clear direction, motivation, ongoing feedback, and seek development opportunities to expand their skills and expertise. 
  • Provide guidance to TA Specialists and hiring managers on job posts, screening and interview questions, and evaluation criteria that align with the requirements of the position and ES values. 
  • Partner with hiring managers and department leaders to understand their staffing needs and develop recruitment plans to meet their objectives. 
  • Develop comprehensive recruiting strategies to attract and hire top talent utilizing a variety of sourcing methods, including online job boards, social media, networking, and referrals, to identify and engage passive and active candidates. 
  • Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future job openings, proactively sourcing and engaging talent to meet anticipated hiring needs. 
  • Collaborate with our People Analytics Manager to regularly review reports on recruitment metrics and use insights to optimize recruitment effectiveness. 
  • Partner with PC Leadership on the Career Lattice project including; assisting with the development of job descriptions and job lattices and collaborating with our compensation analyst to determine appropriate salary ranges for various positions within the organization. 
  • Represent Energy Solutions at job fairs, networking events, and industry conferences to promote Energy Solutions as an employer of choice. 
  • Ensure our recruiting processes are in compliance with employment laws and regulations, company policies, as well as SOC2 and NIST standards. 
  • Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and innovations in talent acquisition, and recommend adjustments to recruitment strategies and processes as needed. 
  • Partner with Associate Director, TA to continually improve recruitment process 
  • Perform other miscellaneous projects and duties as needed. 


Minimum Qualifications:  

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with a proven track record of successfully sourcing and hiring top talent in a fast-paced environment. 
  • A minimum of 3 years of supervisory/managerial experience preferably within the talent acquisition space. 
  • Deep understanding of recruitment strategies, including sourcing techniques, candidate assessment methods, fair hiring practices, employment law and compliance. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and other stakeholders. 
  • Expert proficiency in using recruiting data and analytics to inform decisions and optimize performance. 
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 
  • Demonstrated skills using social media platforms. 
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail in a fast-paced environment  
  • Strong proficiency in web-based applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS, and other recruitment tools and technologies. 
  • Commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in all recruitment activities. 
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities, and willingness to take on new challenges and opportunities. 
  • Sees the big, long-range picture when developing plans or making recommendations or decisions. 
  • Employs a solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to overcome challenges and drive continuous improvement. 
  • Works with a sense of urgency and is not afraid to roll their sleeves up to ensure deliverables and deadlines are met. 

 

Compensation to commensurate with experience with the pay band of  $100,000 - $120,000/Annually 

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility 

We live out our mission day in and day out by helping our clients and communities generate clean energy solutions the world needs. Our success is dependent on developing a team of creative thinkers, innovators, and a workforce that reflects the diversity of our world. To that end, we’re committed to hiring, promoting, and retaining a diversity of talent, and infusing inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) throughout our business. We encourage people from all backgrounds and all walks of life to apply. Come grow with us at Energy Solutions!  

Office Locations and a Remote Workforce

Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in  six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.

Background Check Information

Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Reasonable Accommodations 

Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email [email protected].

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Energy Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Energy Solutions and has not been reviewed or approved by Energy Solutions.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside options like FSAs and an EAP. Additional coverage elements such as life/AD&D and long-term disability are also described as part of the package.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is characterized by a 401(k) with a company match that vests immediately. Employee ownership is also highlighted through an ESOP and/or equity participation.
  • Flexible Benefits Benefits include commuter support and pre-tax accounts, and eligibility is described as extending to part-time employees meeting a minimum weekly-hours threshold. Hybrid/remote arrangements and home-office support are also positioned as benefits-adjacent value for some roles.

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HQ: Oakland , CA
550 Employees
Year Founded: 1995

What We Do

Our mission is simple -- to combat climate change through market-based, cost-effective energy, carbon, and water management solutions that make big impacts. For over 25 years we’ve been pioneering end-to-end, market-driven solutions that deliver reliable, large-scale and cost-effective energy savings and carbon reduction to our utility, government, and private sector clients across North America.

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