Manager Talent Acquisition - State Operations

Manager Of Talent Acquisition

FirstEnergy at a Glance We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger. FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity This is an open position with the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corporation. This role will focus on Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Maryland State Operations, managing recruiting for engineering, field, and technical roles across multiple jurisdictions.

Position Summary The Manager of Talent Acquisition will lead recruiting operations for assigned business units, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, timely, and inclusive hiring practices. This role manages a team of recruiters and coordinators, partners with HR Business Partners and business leaders, and drives process improvements to meet workforce goals. The Manager will oversee full-cycle recruiting, workforce planning support, and talent pipeline development, ensuring alignment with FirstEnergy's strategic priorities.

Key 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.

Qualifications

Preferred Attributes