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FirstEnergy · 1 day ago

Manager Talent Acquisition - State Operations

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. The Manager of Talent Acquisition will lead recruiting operations for assigned business units, ensuring high-quality and inclusive hiring practices while managing a team of recruiters and driving process improvements.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned business units, including technical, professional, and leadership roles

Partner with HRBPs and business leaders to forecast hiring needs and develop sourcing strategies

Ensure consistent execution of recruiting processes, including intake meetings, candidate assessments, and offer management

Monitor recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, quality of hire, inclusion representation) and implement improvements

Supervise recruiters and coordinators, providing coaching, performance feedback, and development support

Allocate requisitions and manage workload to ensure timely delivery of hiring goals

Collaborate with HRBPs and Finance to align hiring plans with operational and financial goals

Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on talent acquisition strategies and market conditions

Ensure adherence to employment laws, internal policies, and collective bargaining agreements where applicable

Drive process improvements and leverage technology (Oracle Recruiting Cloud, CRM tools) for efficiency

Qualification

Recruiting experienceRecruiting systems knowledgeLeadership experienceSourcing strategiesEmployment law knowledgeStakeholder managementUtilities experienceEnergy industry experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

10 + years of recruiting experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role

Strong knowledge of recruiting systems, sourcing strategies, and employment law

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

Experience in utilities, energy, or regulated industries preferred

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability

Commitment to inclusion in hiring practices

Benefits

Competitive pay plus incentive compensation

A company-sponsored pension plan

401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution

A choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs

Skills development training with tuition reimbursement

Company

FirstEnergy

Glassdoor3.6

We are a forward-thinking electric utility centered on integrity, powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

Founded in 1997

Akron, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees