Talent Acquisition Specialist

Sentara Health

. Partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand current and future hiring needs .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,598 - $103,397 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, and selection, while maintaining a focus on inclusive hiring practices and building diverse talent pipelines. Proven ability to manage high requisition volumes and develop proactive recruitment strategies aligned with business needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

End-To-End Recruitment ManagementSourcing High-Impact TalentDiverse Talent PipelinesRelationship-Building SkillsHigh Volume Requisition Management

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Hard Skills

Recruiting ExperienceTalent Acquisition StrategiesCandidate ScreeningInterviewing ProcessesRecruitment PlanningWorkforce ForecastingProcess ImprovementConsultative PartnershipSourcing ChannelsTalent Market Insights

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingSolutions-Oriented MindsetOrganizational SkillsConsultative SkillsAbility to Manage Competing Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDBachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Inclusive Hiring PracticesTalent GapsRecruitment ProcessesCandidate AvailabilityRecruiting Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand current and future hiring needs
Anticipate workforce trends and develop proactive recruiting strategies to address talent gaps
Advise on talent market insights, candidate availability, and hiring best practices
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes from intake through offer
Execute and facilitate screening, interviewing, and selection processes
Ensure a consistent, efficient, and high-quality hiring experience
Identify and leverage new and diverse sourcing channels
Build robust talent pipelines through tactical and strategic sourcing
Proactively source passive candidates and cultivate relationships for current and future opportunities
Participate in workforce forecasting and recruitment planning
Develop and execute recruitment strategies aligned with business priorities
Improve recruitment processes and hiring outcomes
Lead or contribute to talent acquisition projects and initiatives
Manage a high volume of requisitions across varied job types and complexity levels
Maintain strong organization and follow-through in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Bachelor’s Degree (Strongly Preferred)
Minimum of 2 years of HR experience with a Bachelor’s Degree, OR 4 years of recruiting experience with a High School Diploma/GED (Required)
5+ years of recruiting experience required for consideration as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Strong relationship-building and consultative partnership skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and high requisition volume
Proven success in sourcing, engaging, and hiring high-impact talent
Commitment to inclusive hiring practices and diverse talent pipelines
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Regular travel across Virginia and North Carolina
Residency within 50 miles of Virginia Beach, VA is strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Remote work position
Flexible hours to support hiring events, business priorities, and scheduling needs