Recruiter

Overview As a Recruiter for mid- to senior-level Operations roles, you will lead full-cycle recruitment and act as a trusted talent advisor to hiring leaders. You will develop sourcing strategies aligned with business priorities, build diverse talent pipelines, and market Xcel Energy as an employer of choice. You’ll partner with stakeholders to understand needs, manage multiple requisitions, and ensure a high-quality candidate and hiring-leader experience. This role offers impact through strategic sourcing, collaboration with leadership, and a focus on DEI and employer branding. You will help scale talent solutions in a fast-paced energy environment. ResponsibilitiesManage full recruitment lifecycle from intake to offer and pre-hire activitiesCollaborate with hiring leaders to define needs, strategies, and market conditionsProactively source and engage qualified talent via networking, platforms, databases, referralsDevelop and maintain diverse talent pipelines for current and future needsAdvise hiring leaders on recruiting strategy, compensation, market trends, and processBuild strong relationships with candidates, HR partners, and stakeholdersCommunicate Xcel Energy’s value proposition to attract high-quality talentProvide a professional and best-in-class candidate and client experienceEmbed DEI and EEO principles throughout recruiting and selectionHandle multiple requisitions with prioritization, organization, and attention to detailOperate independently with employees and leaders at all levelsMaintain knowledge of programs, compensation, talent strategies, and employment policies Key requirementsBS/BA in Human Resources, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience3–10+ years in full-cycle recruitment with direct sourcing and executive partnershipAbility to travel occasionally for events and locationsExperience developing and implementing recruitment plans and diverse talent poolsPrior ATS experience required; Workday ATS highly preferredKnowledge of EEO, Affirmative Action, and employment lawUnderstanding of TA metrics and impact on recruitment funnelrelationship-buildingconsultative partnering with leadersstrong communicationATS (Workday preferred)candidate screening and assessmentmarket analysis and talent sourcing