Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end recruitment for senior, technical, and hard-to-fill roles across multiple business lines.
• Develop and sustain passive candidate pipelines through advanced sourcing, market mapping, and professional networking.
• Guide candidate development and ensure a high-caliber candidate experience throughout the process.
• Provide labor market insights and hiring intelligence to inform workforce planning and recruitment strategies.
• Lead complex offer negotiations and coordinate compensation and onboarding alignment.
• Mentor and coach junior recruiters, sharing best practices, tools, and candidate care techniques.
• Streamline recruitment workflows, including ATS configuration, templates, dashboards, and reporting.
• Represent Ceres at industry events, university career fairs, and professional associations.
• Maintain accurate and timely capture of requisition and candidate activity data in the ATS.
• Contribute to other recruitment projects as needed by the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 6+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience.
• Proven success developing and executing effective sourcing strategies.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruitment analytics.
• Ability to work onsite five days per week.
• Strong consultative relationship-building skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Highly organized, results-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in an inclusive, professional environment while handling sensitive information appropriately.

Technologies

• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Travel opportunities
• Discretionary bonus

The Ceres Commitment

Ceres Environmental Services is a leader in crisis management, rapid response, and disaster recovery, with a history dating back to 1976 and more than $3.2 billion in government-funded contracts, reflecting enduring trust in rebuilding communities.

Driven by Purpose, Powered by People

At Ceres, you are part of a mission-driven team focused on restoring hope and rebuilding communities. The organization values initiative and diversity, offering competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture rooted in resilience and teamwork. People who show compassion, commitment, urgency, and problem-solving capabilities fit well here.

What to Expect

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role supporting steady-state hiring and surge recruiting during emergency response events. The Senior Talent Acquisition Partner collaborates closely with hiring leaders, operates with a high degree of autonomy, and adapts quickly as business needs shift. The role is primarily onsite in Houston, TX, with occasional travel for recruiting events or initiatives.

Physical Requirements and Environment

Ceres provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals and for applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law. The role requires sitting, standing, and computer work for extended periods. Occasional travel may be required for recruitment events or initiatives. Commitment to safety standards and protocols is required.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Ceres does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position unless stated otherwise.

E-Verify: Ceres complies with federal law by verifying employment eligibility.