Senior Manager Talent Acquisition

The Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition leads INL's comprehensive recruiting strategy and operations, driving the attraction and hiring of world-class scientific, engineering, and professional talent essential to advancing the laboratory's mission. This strategic leadership position manages a complex division with multiple functional disciplines, establishes operational policies, and directly impacts INL's ability to deliver on critical national energy and security priorities.

This is an in-person leadership role based at Idaho National Laboratory in Idaho Falls, ID. The position reports to the Director of Talent Engagement and requires regular on-site presence to effectively lead the talent acquisition team and collaborate with laboratory leadership.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Organizational Development

• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies aligned with INL's mission, workforce planning needs, and long-term organizational goals

• Lead change management initiatives to modernize recruiting processes, enhance candidate experience, and improve operational effectiveness while building organizational awareness and buy-in for transformation efforts

• Partner with laboratory leadership to anticipate future talent needs and build proactive pipelines for critical skill areas

• Drive data-driven decision making through workforce analytics, market intelligence, and recruiting metrics that demonstrate measurable business impact

• Lead partnerships with universities, professional associations, and community organizations to build talent pipelines

Operational Excellence & Budget Accountability

• Oversee all aspects of talent acquisition operations including full-cycle recruiting, coordination, compliance, and vendor management

• Manage division budget with far-reaching impact on the business segment, ensuring resources are optimally allocated and performance standards are met

• Ensure adherence to applicable DOE orders and other federal contractor hiring requirements

• Establish and administer operational objectives, policies, procedures, and work plans, delegating assignments appropriately to subordinate leaders or managers

• Implement innovative sourcing strategies leveraging AI tools, recruitment marketing, and technology platforms to reach wide-ranging talent pools

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing talent acquisition team through second-level leaders, managing professional employees from a variety of backgrounds

• Apply situational leadership approaches to meet individuals where they are, adapting management style to team member needs and organizational context

• Foster a culture of accountability, customer service excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Conduct crucial conversations with empathy and directness, addressing performance issues and maintaining high standards while preserving relationships

• Monitor and assess team performance, providing coaching and taking corrective action as needed to drive results

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with hiring managers, HR business partners and the broader HR ecosystem, and leadership across all INL directorates

• Interact regularly with senior management on matters concerning talent acquisition, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness

• Apply knowledge and persuasive skills to drive consensus among stakeholders on recruiting strategies and departmental outcomes

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on talent market conditions, competitive intelligence, and hiring strategies

• Navigate complex, sensitive situations while preserving critical working relationships

Required:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or related field(s) with at least 2 years in management/leadership roles

• Demonstrated success leading talent acquisition functions in complex organization(s)

Technical Knowledge & Expertise: Deep knowledge of talent acquisition best practices, business and management principles, federal employment regulations, and HR technology platforms

Leadership Competencies & Skills: Demonstrated self-awareness, situational leadership ability, active listening, flexibility in dynamic environments, and proven success building high-performing teams while achieving aggressive organizational goals

Communication & Influence: Exceptional ability to persuade and influence stakeholders in complex situations, conduct crucial conversations while preserving relationships, and drive organizational change initiatives

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain DOE Q security clearance

• Commitment to working on-site at INL in Idaho Falls, ID with occasional travel as needed

Preferred Requirements

• Master's degree in human resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field

• Experience in government contracting, DOE national laboratories, or highly regulated environments

• Knowledge of DOE hiring regulations and security clearance processes

• SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification

• Experience leading change management initiatives in large, complex organizations

• Background in data analytics and workforce planning

The target salary for this position is ($142,122-$214,728).

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

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