About UsFirstLight is a leading clean power producer and energy storage company with operating and development assets in New England (ISO NE), Pennsylvania and New Jersey (PJM), and New York (NYISO), with expansion to other regions actively underway. Our operating portfolio includes nearly 1.4 GW of pumped-hydro storage (including Northfield Mountain, the largest energy storage facility in New England), battery storage, conventional hydroelectric generation, and solar generation—the largest clean energy generation portfolio operating in New England today.
Our development pipeline includes over 1,000 MW of solar, battery and offshore wind projects in various stages of development, and we are developing a portfolio of hybrid hydro, solar and battery projects that combine operational and development assets. We have approximately 125 employees based in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania, and our corporate headquarters are located in Burlington, MA.
Our mission and vision is to accelerate the decarbonization of the electric grid by developing, owning, operating, and integrating large-scale renewable energy and storage assets to meet the world’s growing clean energy needs and to deliver an electric system that is clean, reliable, affordable, and equitable.
Building upon our industry-leading experience in operating large-scale renewable energy and storage assets, FirstLight’s vision and commitment to leading the energy industry transformation make us uniquely positioned to navigate rapidly evolving market conditions and grow our portfolio in North American markets in the years ahead.
PositionReporting directly to the Director, People & Culture, the Manager, Talent Acquisition will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of talent attraction and recruitment strategies to identify and select talent across the organization. You will develop and manage a recruitment strategy for the organization including future planning and long-term business needs. Acting as a subject matter expert you will be responsible to build, implement, and evaluate recruitment strategies by developing strong relationships with hiring managers, providing coaching and training on interview best practices and candidate selection to continue to cultivate top talent. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a key strategic priority for FirstLight and should be front and center in our recruitment strategy and hiring practices at all levels.
Key Responsibilities Include

• Builds relationships with business leaders through education and execution of all steps of the recruitment process including: background checks, offer letters, new employee announcements, and onboarding.
• Effectively achieves recruiting results by approaching the talent market with innovative job advertisements and sourcing strategies utilizing social media and other methods.
• Promotes DEI hiring at all levels of the organization and actively seeks out partnerships, programs, and sourcing opportunities to facilitate improved DEI hiring.
• Provides excellent customer service for both internal business partners and external candidates to ensure a great recruiting experience.
• Participates in mid-year and annual performance evaluation processes to ensure that every employee receives a thoughtful and fair evaluation.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and counseling to employees on human resources-related matters and identify appropriate resolutions (performance management, employee relations issues, and letters of agreement (LOAs)).
• Keep up to date on labor market trends and competitor information, providing business partners with insights, recommendations and strategies that will improve the quality of external hires.
• Partner with the HR team to ensure appropriate execution and consistent delivery of other HR programs and initiatives.
• Participates in the annual budget process by providing input to staffing budgets and human resource department planning.

Qualifications / Skills Sought

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or completion of an Associate Degree with relevant certification.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Human Resources with at least 3 years of recruitment experience.
• Experience in multiple areas of HR, including but not limited to, recruitment, learning and development, employee relations, HR reporting and metrics, performance management and engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all internal customers.
• Strong desire to learn and develop new skills.
• Computer literate in MS Office.
• Working knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and databases an asset.
• Organized, detail oriented, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and also the ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout the day/work hours.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate keyboard, copier, telephone, and the ability to write and/or type.
• Occasional but Infrequent travel may be required to either of the company’s sites.

COVID-19 Vaccine PolicyIn an effort to protect the health and safety of our employees and the communities we serve, FirstLight will require all new employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This is a necessary goal, as part of our efforts, to provide a safe and healthy workplace for our employees.
In reference to CDC guidance, individuals are considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19:

• 2 Weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series (i.e., Pfizer-BionNTech or Moderna Vaccines); or
• 2 Weeks after a single-dose vaccine (i.e., Johnson & Johnson's Janssen Vaccine)

Our ValuesFirstLight provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, FirstLight complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
In addition, FirstLight values the following characteristics and behaviors in our team members: 

• Respect: Showing respect for each other and the environment, fostering an inclusive and diverse team of employees, and providing a strong commitment to social responsibility
• Integrity: Exemplifying integrity in all business decisions highlighted through honesty, transparency, and trust.
• Safety: Providing a safe environment for our employees and for all visitors to our recreational facilities.
• Excellence: Continually striving to achieve the greatest level of operational excellence so that we produce the highest quality output and consistently deliver results.
• Innovation: Dedication to creating new market-leading solutions to stay ahead of unprecedented changes in the energy industry.
• Team: Creating an inspiring workplace that fosters open communication, collaboration, and accelerates personal growth. We seek to attract, retain, and develop the best talent in the industry to fuel our success. Diversity is a strategic advantage we need to cultivate.

Why Work for FirstLight?We consider our employees to be FirstLight’s most valuable resource and we strive to provide a challenging, collegial, and rewarding workplace. FirstLight embraces a company-wide commitment to recruit, develop and retain a dedicated, diverse, and engaged workforce that is motivated to be ever better both professionally and personally.
Joining the FirstLight team is an opportunity to experience a unique and exciting culture. Some of our benefits include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Program with Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Annual Performance Incentive Plan
• Employee Referral Program
• Charitable Matching & Employer-Sponsored Volunteer Programs
• And so much more!