Manager, Talent Acquisition

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We’re looking for a strategic and hands-on Field Service Recruiting Manager to lead and optimize high-volume recruiting efforts for our Field Service organization nationwide. In this role, you’ll manage a team of recruiters and drive the strategies, processes, and partnerships needed to meet hiring goals and deliver exceptional experiences for candidates, hiring managers, and business stakeholders.

This leader will also play a critical role in supporting our Talent Acquisition Specialists—coaching, developing, and empowering them to operate at a high level while creating an inclusive, performance-driven team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of high-volume recruiters focused on filling Field Service Technician roles across multiple markets nationwide
• Build strong partnerships with Field Service leadership to understand business needs, hiring targets, and market dynamics
• Deliver best-in-class candidate and hiring manager experiences through clear communication, timely follow-up, and a focus on quality interactions
• Champion the experience of our recruiters and TA specialists, providing support, clarity, and leadership that helps them do their best work
• Use key recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, weekly hires, funnel conversion, candidate quality) to guide strategy and drive continuous improvement
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies, including job board optimization, hiring events, referral campaigns, and market-specific tactics
• Oversee job board spend and performance, including Indeed and other high-volume platforms
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Compensation, TA Ops, and Employer Brand to streamline hiring processes and messaging
• Ensure compliance with hiring policies and standards, including consistent use of SuccessFactors
• Drive a culture of urgency, innovation, and accountability, with a strong bias for action
• Foster a high-performing, engaged recruiting team focused on outcomes and service
  
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruiting experience, with 2+ years leading or managing high-volume recruiting teams
• Experience recruiting for field-based, hourly roles, ideally in service, utility, or skilled trade environments
• Proven ability to lead teams and build high-performing, collaborative cultures
• Strong understanding of recruiting metrics and how to use data to drive decisions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels of the organization
• High sense of urgency, ownership, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with SuccessFactors ATS
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and improve processes while staying focused on business outcomes
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting field service or large operational teams
• Experience with sourcing strategy, job board optimization, and hiring events
• Knowledge of employer branding or recruiting marketing practices
  
  

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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