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SmithGroup is an award-winning, multinational integrated design firm with a team of 1,200 experts across 15 offices in the U.S. and China. We employ research, data, advanced technologies, and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Our specialists develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. We are deeply committed to our promise to Design a Better Future - for our clients, communities and employees. Are you ready to help us get there?

SmithGroup is looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner focusing on sourcing architects. This position can be located anywhere in the United States. Practicing architects who would like to stay in the industry but are looking for a new career path are encouraged to apply. 

Working with us, you will:

• Proactively develop and maintain relationships with candidates, universities, alumni associations, and professional organizations to build a diverse talent pool.
• Partner with management to forecast and develop plans for key staffing initiatives.
• Develop a strong understanding of the A/E industry; stay up to date on best practices for recruiting in our disciplines and markets.
• Source diverse candidates for mid- to senior-level staff through professional organizations, alumni associations, networking, and social media campaigns.
• Manage the recruiting process for multiple disciplines and practices within the firm; maintain documentation of the candidate database through the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Work with hiring managers and interview teams to ensure job requirements and expectations are clearly understood and candidates are assessed against appropriate selection criteria.
• Actively participate in recruiting events (career fairs, networking events, etc.); leverage participation of current staff and members of the HR team to attract high-quality, diverse talent to the firm. 
• Routinely communicate and update the Human Resources staff and respective hiring managers regarding the recruiting process, potential candidates, the diversity of the candidate pool, etc.
• Track and report key metrics designed to measure recruiting efforts, forecast needs, and leverage best practices.
• Foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion; mitigate unconscious bias in the recruiting, interviewing, and selection process.
• Assist with HR initiatives and special projects as needed.

An ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, architecture, or other industry-related degree program. Knowledge of A/E industry preferred.
• Ability to work within a diverse team, leading multi-disciplinary recruiting efforts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communications skills, and team-based project experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships both internally and externally to maximize effectiveness of recruitment efforts.
• Strong interest in active and passive candidate sourcing techniques.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to manage multiple job requisitions and candidate pools.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally for recruiting events.

SmithGroup offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package, including 401(k) and continuing educational reimbursement. We offer 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off, and pay for 8 federal holidays. We also promote a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includes an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays), as well as hybrid work options that give our team the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 

SmithGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or arrest/conviction records.