Talent Acquisition Partner

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members, acting with integrity, respect, and accountability while maintaining high professional and ethical standards. Together, we design and deliver energy control solutions to power a clean future. Woodward supports members’ wellbeing and offers an extensive Total Reward package for this position.

Pay

• Talent Acquisition Partner II: $72,000 (minimum) – $110,000 (maximum) estimated annual base pay
• Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: $85,000 (minimum) – $125,000 (maximum) estimated annual base pay

Benefits

• Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and training/professional development opportunities
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation, sick time, vacation buy-up, short-term disability, and bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member life & AD&D, long-term disability, and optional life insurance
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse/child optional life, optional AD&D, healthcare, and dependent care flexible spending
• Voluntary benefits: home/auto insurance discounts, whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, legal assistance, and military leave

Schedule

Hybrid schedule with onsite work required on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and remote work on Tuesday and Friday.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies aligned with organizational goals, including identifying job requirements, sourcing candidates, and creating job postings.
• Conduct candidate screening and selection, assessing qualifications, experience, and cultural fit through interviews, reference checks, and assessments.
• Manage the recruitment process from start to finish, including scheduling interviews, coordinating with hiring managers, and extending job offers.
• Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers, candidates, and external partners such as recruitment agencies and job boards.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and anti-discrimination laws, while maintaining accurate records.
• For Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: Develop and implement advanced recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent.
• For Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: Source and attract qualified candidates through job boards, social media, and professional networks.
• For Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: Manage the entire recruitment process, collaborate closely with hiring managers, and provide a positive candidate experience.
• For Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: Coach and mentor team members to develop new skills and advance their careers within Talent Acquisition.

Skills

• Recruitment and sourcing: Ability to identify, attract, and engage top talent using various channels and techniques.
• Screening and selection: Ability to assess candidates based on job requirements, skills, and experience.
• Interviewing: Ability to conduct effective interviews and evaluate cultural fit.
• Employer branding: Ability to promote the company’s brand and culture to attract top talent.
• Talent management: Ability to manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to onboarding.
• Data analysis: Ability to analyze recruitment metrics and optimize processes.
• Relationship building: Ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with stakeholders.
• Time management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Technology: Proficiency in recruitment software and tools.
• For Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: Recruitment strategy development and implementation.
• For Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: Advanced sourcing and candidate assessment skills.
• For Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: Collaboration with hiring managers to understand recruitment needs.
• For Senior Talent Acquisition Partner: Coaching and mentoring team members.

This position requires handling information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.