Talent Acquisition Spec Sr

Responsibilities

• Partners with hiring manager and HR Business Partner to determine staffing needs.
• Screens resumes.
• Interviews candidates (by phone or in person).
• Administers appropriate assessments and reference/background checking.
• Makes recommendations for hire (or not hire) and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt position openings within an assigned territory.
• Develop and implement strategic campus recruiting plans specific to technical/craft universities.
• Coordinate and participate in campus recruiting events, including career fairs, information sessions, and on-campus interviews.
• Build and maintain partnerships with university career services, faculty, and student organizations in the region.
• Engage with students through presentations, networking events, and social media outreach.
• Review applications, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates for fit with the company's culture and needs.
• Monitor and analyze recruiting metrics to measure the effectiveness of campus initiatives and adapt strategies as necessary.
• Represent the company at regional campus events, promoting the brand and career opportunities available.
• Serves as an expert for recruiting candidates within an assigned
• Maintains memberships and affiliations with trade/professional organizations related to industry. Takes the lead in the development of one or more annual Affirmative Action Plans.
• Suggest and help implement on-going process improvements to ensure an effective, efficient and compliant recruiting process.
• 35-50% travel required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or High school degree and 4 years of HR experience.
• Two years of corporate experience in recruitment and placement of applicants in professional and management level exempt positions, including one year of knowledge and experience working with electronic applicant systems and internet recruiting sources.
• Five years' corporate experience in campus recruitment and placement of applicants in professional level exempt positions including 3 years of knowledge and experience working with electronic applicant systems and internet recruiting sources.

Technologies

• Electronic applicant systems

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Job Posting End Date

• 07-11-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver's license and required Identification for TSA.

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Global & Cultural Awareness
• Relationship Management
• Consulting /coaching.

Where you'll work

This role sits onsite in Tulsa, Oklahoma

What you'll get

• Talent Acquisition Specialist Associate SG4 ($54,063-$81,095)
• Talent Acquisition Specialist SG5 ($63,496-$95,242)
• Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr. SG7 ($87,633-$131,453)

Additional Information

• 35-50% travel required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Compensation Data

• Compensation Grade: SP20-004
• Compensation Range: $54,063.00 - $109,543.00