Green Card Acquisition Specialist Jobs

Overview:

You don't have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual.

When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you're a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage - helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results.

AI AND INNOVATION:

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities:

This opportunity is a full life cycle recruiting position where you will serve as a collaborative strategic business partner to our hiring managers to identify the best candidates for the assigned openings. This role will be an advisor with respect to market trends, talent demands, employment law, and compliance. As a leader, you will also be responsible for directly managing a team of recruiters, driving strategic initiatives, mentoring team members, and fostering a high-performance, inclusive recruiting culture.

• Lead and manage the full recruitment lifecycle for mid to senior-level positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and closing top talent.
• Directly manage, coach, and develop a team of recruiters, setting clear goals, providing regular feedback, and supporting professional growth.
• Establish and implement creative sourcing & recruitment strategies to proactively attract and engage high-quality candidates.
• Champion the candidate experience by ensuring timely communication, soliciting feedback, and maintaining transparency with candidates and hiring managers.
• Collaborate with HR & Marketing on recordkeeping, data management, job requisitions/postings, job offers, social media initiatives, advertising, and best practices.
• Partner with Human Resource Managers across the company to maintain collaborative recruiting communications and share insights on talent pipelines.
• Serve as a trusted talent advisor to business leaders, providing strategic guidance on workforce planning, market intelligence, and recruitment best practices.
• Educate and coach hiring managers on recruitment processes, employment laws, and inclusive hiring practices.
• Build strong relationships with HR Managers and hiring managers to understand business needs and align recruitment strategies accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with all recruiting processes and maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system.
• Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with business goals.
• Leverage diverse sourcing strategies including employee referrals, job boards, social media, and community partnerships to build a robust talent pipeline.
• Manage relationships with external search firms and evaluate their performance to ensure alignment with company standards.
• Stay informed on industry trends and provide recommendations to enhance the company’s competitive talent positioning.
• Lead or participate in strategic recruitment programs such as diversity hiring initiatives, campus recruiting, and employer branding efforts.
• Communicate compensation and benefits highlights to candidates effectively and accurately.
• Foster strong internal and external relationships with stakeholders including vocational schools, colleges, and community organizations.
• Represent the company at recruiting events such as job fairs and campus events.
• Lead special projects within the Human Resources Department as assigned by the Manager.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation within the recruitment team.
• Monitor team performance metrics, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and delivering regular reports to senior leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in HR, Business Management/Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition (ideally RPO, contingency, retained search, and/or corporate), including demonstrated leadership in recruitment initiatives or team management.
• Proven experience leading or mentoring recruitment teams, projects, or cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience working in the AEC industry is preferred.
• Strong track record in creating and executing sourcing strategies to attract top-tier candidates.
• Expertise in applicant tracking systems and external recruiting tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with experience leading or supporting related initiatives.
• Experience organizing and representing the company at college and professional recruitment events.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Ability to self-direct and work independently in a hybrid work model, while also leading collaborative efforts.
• Skilled at managing competing priorities and delivering exceptional customer service and results to internal stakeholders.
• Excellent time management and creative problem-solving skills, with a leadership mindset.
• Strong leadership, sales, and negotiation abilities, with a proven ability to influence and drive results.
• Knowledge of EEO and OFCCP practices and procedures; understanding of relevant Federal and State laws preferred.
• Willingness to travel as needed up to 20%.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed.

COMPENSATION:

• Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000/year depending on location, education, depth of relevant experience, and any specialized licensure/certifications. Opportunity for ample rewards, leadership incentive components, and generous bonus opportunities.

BENEFITS:

Includes comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), opportunities for professional development and training (including support for relevant licensure & certifications), and generous PTO & paid holidays.