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Surf Search · 3 days ago

Talent Acquisition Specialist

SD Metro Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Surf Search is an innovative medical device company seeking a strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist to enhance their Human Resources function. This role focuses on driving recruitment operations and developing candidate pipelines to support organizational growth objectives.

Staffing & Recruiting

Hiring Manager

Lindsey Bozzio

Responsibilities

Collaborate with department heads to assess staffing requirements and develop comprehensive recruitment roadmaps

Execute all phases of the hiring process, including candidate identification, screening, interviewing coordination, and selection support

Utilize innovative sourcing methodologies, including social recruiting, employee referral program management, industry associations, and alternative talent channels

Assess applicant qualifications against both role-specific competencies and organizational values; provide consultation to leadership on hiring decisions

Lead compensation discussions and extend employment offers in accordance with established equity frameworks

Work cross-functionally with senior leadership to optimize recruitment workflows, key performance indicators, and technology platforms

Enhance organizational visibility through participation in talent acquisition events, campus recruitment initiatives, and sector-specific forums

Generate analytical reports that support strategic workforce planning initiatives

Take on additional projects and responsibilities as business needs evolve

Qualification

Medical device recruitingStakeholder managementCandidate management platformsHuman Resources ManagementProcess optimizationCross-functional partnershipsVerbal communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skills

Required

Undergraduate degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or comparable discipline

Minimum 3 years of medical device recruiting experience with demonstrated expertise in managing complex hiring processes; background in medical technology, life sciences, or high-growth entrepreneurial settings strongly desired—cardiovascular or cardiac rhythm management sector experience is a significant plus

Documented track record of successfully identifying and securing niche talent in specialized technical or healthcare-related functions

Exceptional stakeholder management abilities with strong verbal and written communication skills; capable of providing strategic guidance to executive stakeholders

Proficiency with candidate management platforms and process optimization; highly organized with the ability to manage concurrent requisitions effectively

Demonstrated enthusiasm for cutting-edge industries, cross-functional partnerships, and contributing to meaningful organizational outcomes