Talent Acquisition Sourcer, NA

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another's experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Human Resources Department

The Human Resources (HR) team is responsible for managing the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment through retirement, collaborating closely with various departments such as New Site Development, Construction, Operations, Sales, Finance, Tech & Systems, and Legal to ensure a cohesive and supportive work environment. Our HR team is distinguished by its proactive and strategic approach. Unlike in many organizations where HR functions are limited to administrative oversight, our HR professionals are empowered with the authority and responsibility to drive critical processes directly. This includes talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and organizational planning. By leveraging in-house expertise, our HR team can align long-term organizational sustainability with innovative HR practices and cost-effective strategies. This alignment ensures that our workforce is engaged, motivated, and equipped to contribute to the company's success. Each member of our HR team plays a pivotal role in making high-impact decisions, resulting in a more dynamic and productive work environment.

Position Overview

This role can be remote based in the US.

The Talent Acquisition Sourcer plays a crucial role in identifying and attracting top talent for Vantage Data Centers. This role involves proactively sourcing, engaging, and nurturing relationships with potential candidates through various channels. The Talent Acquisition Sourcer works closely with Talent Acquisition (TA) Partners and hiring managers to understand staffing needs and build a pipeline of qualified candidates for various departments such as New Site Development, Construction, Operations, Sales, Finance, Tech & Systems, and Legal. This position requires excellent research skills, creativity in sourcing strategies, and the ability to build strong relationships with both candidates and internal stakeholders.

Essential Job Functions

• Candidate Sourcing:

  • Utilize various sourcing methods such as LinkedIn, Indeed, local job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals to identify potential candidates through effective search strings.

  • Take ownership, drive research, and sourcing efforts for assigned searches across various technical functions (e.g., facilities engineers, automation specialists, etc).

  • Build and maintain a pipeline of passive candidates for current and future hiring needs.

  • Deliver qualified, diverse candidates for hard-to-fill positions and screen candidates to qualify them for roles.

  • Post enhanced and inclusive job descriptions by utilizing our technology stack across various job boards.

• Engagement and Outreach:

  • Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage passive candidates, including crafting compelling messages and leveraging employer branding.

  • Conduct initial screenings and assessments of candidate qualifications and fit for open positions.

  • Maintain regular communication with potential candidates to keep them engaged throughout the hiring process.

• Collaboration:

  • Partner with internal stakeholders to better understand the business and needs of each department.

  • Collaborate and advise leaders on search strategies, candidate profiles, candidate pipeline, and industry trends and insights.

  • Work in partnership with all internal stakeholders and departments.

  • Meet regularly with hiring managers and TA Partners you directly support.

  • Establish rapport and be a trusted talent advisor to business partners and team members

• Database Management:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).

  • Track and report on sourcing metrics and activities to measure the effectiveness of sourcing strategies.

  • Ensure all candidate interactions and sourcing activities align with company policies and legal requirements.

• Employer Branding:

  • Promote the company's employer brand through social media, networking events, and other channels.

  • Participate in career fairs, industry events, and other networking opportunities to build relationships and promote the company as an employer of choice.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Utilize data analysis and market insights to make informed decisions and recommendations.

  • Innovate to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our systems and processes resulting in increased and measurable candidate delivery.

  • Provide feedback and suggestions for process improvements to enhance the overall talent acquisition strategy.

• Additional Duties:

  • Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or relevant experience.

• Experience:

  • 2+ years of strategic sourcing experience in Construction, Engineering, Data Centers, or an equivalent field.

• Skills:

  • Good knowledge of the North America recruitment landscape.

  • Experience with ATS and sourcing tools.

  • Strong understanding of sourcing methods and strategies.

  • Focus on candidate experience, action-orientated, and motivated by results.

  • Experience sourcing or cold calling.

  • Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter + Indeed, and advanced knowledge of Boolean search string creation.

  • Track record of building talent pipeline through passive sourcing efforts and candidate engagement

  • Working knowledge of relevant employment market trends

  • Strong ability to track and manage data and workflows.

• Travel required is expected to be up to 10% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.