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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Responsible for developing and maintaining strategic talent pipelines that support current and future workforce needs across the organization. This position serves as a key representative of the company in external recruiting efforts, including career fairs, workforce events, and educational partnerships, while collaborating closely with Marketing, Human Resources, and operational leaders to support broader talent attraction initiatives. Administrative hiring functions such as job postings, interview scheduling, and onboarding remain under the direction of Human Resources.

Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with high schools, technical schools, colleges, universities, workforce development organizations, and community partners to support talent pipeline initiatives.

Represent the company at career fairs, recruiting events, trade expos, school presentations, and workforce-related community events.

Coordinate and support recruiting outreach activities including campus visits, facility tours, classroom presentations, and informational sessions.

Partner with internal department leaders to understand workforce needs and identify strategic opportunities for talent pipeline development.

Support internship, apprenticeship, and early-career workforce initiatives designed to attract future talent to the organization.

Enhance employer brand messaging and recruiting communications that reflect company culture and career opportunities.

Assist in identifying effective sourcing channels and community partnerships that align with hiring priorities and long-term workforce needs.

Build and maintain communication with prospective candidates and external contacts to strengthen future recruiting opportunities.

Work in coordination with Human Resources to ensure recruiting outreach aligns with active hiring priorities and organizational needs.

Track recruiting outreach efforts, partnerships, and event participation to evaluate effectiveness and recommend improvements.

Support additional talent development and workforce engagement initiatives as assigned.

Comply with federal and state law, regulations, and all Company rules.

Participate in online and in-person training and other educational opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Any other job-related activities requested by immediate supervisor.

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruiting, workforce development, community relations, talent outreach, marketing, or related field preferred.

Experience coordinating events, building partnerships, or supporting talent attraction initiatives preferred.

This position requires long hours sitting and using office equipment, including telephones and computers and may also require some light lifting of files and materials and carrying checks, mail, and other documentation to different departments from time to time.

The position may also involve some repetitive motions of the hands, wrists, and elbows.

This position is normally performed in an office work environment, which does not subject the employee to the elements. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.

This position may require a flexible schedule and periodic overtime as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more than 60 years, W. W. Gay has been more than just a leader in mechanical contracting. We have been a place where hardworking professionals build lasting and fulfilling careers. Our success comes from people with integrity, strong character, and a team-first mindset, and we are looking for more individuals like you to join our growing team. Many of our employees choose to stay with us through retirement, finding purpose and opportunity in every project. Whether your skills are in project management, preconstruction, administration, safety, or the trades including plumbing, HVAC, and pipefitting, there is a path forward for you here. As a full-service mechanical contractor since 1962, W.W. Gay is proud to deliver innovative solutions with transparency, efficiency, and a name our clients can trust.

24/7 HVAC and Plumbing Service Licensed in multiple states Financial stability and bonding capabilities of $100 million single project/$350 million aggregate Leadership within 9 office locations throughout Florida and Georgia Yearly Service Agreements and Preventative Maintenance Fleet of over 400 vehicles company-wide Crane and Construction Equipment (bare and operated) At W.W. Gay, you will find stability, opportunity, and the chance to make an impact every day.