[Hiring] Temporary Talent Acquisition Sourcer, Technology @NPR

Role Description

NPR’s Digital Media and Technology divisions are expanding the platforms that deliver public media storytelling to over 46 million weekly listeners. To drive this growth, we are seeking a Talent Acquisition Sourcer dedicated to identifying, engaging, and pipelining top technical talent from diverse backgrounds.

As a key member of our collaborative Talent Acquisition team, you will establish direct sourcing channels and cultivate relationships with software engineers, product designers, product managers, and digital architects. This role requires an analytical approach, creative search strategies, and a drive for eliminating artificial barriers in technical hiring. By aligning sourcing strategies with NPR’s strategic mission, you will directly influence the development of a modern, representative public media ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source, map, and engage passive technical talent for high-priority openings across software engineering, UX/UI, digital product, and DevOps teams.
• Design and execute search strategies using advanced Boolean searches, semantic search networks, GitHub, and diverse professional networks.
• Develop detailed talent mapping for specialized talent sectors by leveraging sophisticated non-traditional data sources, open source platforms, publications, and conference analysis.
• Collaborate with Recruitment partners and Technology Division heads to deconstruct technical needs and refine candidate profiles.
• Evaluate passive candidate profiles and conduct inclusive screening conversations to assess structural fit, career alignment, and technical aptitude.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives by proactively finding and building relationships with underrepresented communities in technology.
• Build, maintain, and segment highly organized digital pipelines and talent pools within our Greenhouse CRM system for future organizational needs.
• Track, analyze, and present sourcing data to Talent Acquisition and Division leadership, recommending strategy shifts based on conversion metrics.
• Draft highly compelling, customized outreach messaging that highlights NPR's mission and technical impact to increase candidate response rates.
• Actively participate in the planning and execution of virtual diversity recruitment events and industry-specific technical meetups.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience specializing in recruiting research, recruitment sourcing, or full-cycle recruiting within technical domains.
• Proven track record of sourcing quality candidates across technical disciplines like AI, machine learning, software development, product management, and systems engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) databases, with a strong preference for Greenhouse.
• Proven capability to successfully execute targeted search techniques, including advanced Boolean searches and mapping technical professional spaces.
• Experience establishing outreach programs aimed at increasing representation of historically marginalized communities within highly technical workspaces.
• Strong, structured written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to clearly explain complex technical opportunities to prospects.
• Proven experience collaborating with technology leaders and stakeholders across departments, including leading client meetings and delivering client-facing solutions by building internal trust.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience sourcing technical roles within a digital media, public broadcasting, or multimedia production environment.
• Active involvement or relationships with national organizations supporting diverse technologists (e.g., Black Girls Code, TechLatino, Out in Tech).

Required Skills/Competencies

• Technical Sourcing Mastery: Advanced knowledge of semantic search tools, Boolean search strings, and alternative tech networks.
• Relationship Building: Exceptional, people-first interpersonal skills to build trust and long-term interest with technical professionals.
• Data-Driven Iteration: Ability to track pipeline funnel metrics, pinpoint conversion drop-offs, and adjust sourcing actions accordingly.
• Strategic Partnership: Utilize strong business acumen skills to provide expert consultation and build trust with internal hiring teams and recruiters.
• Inclusive Outreach Focus: Applied knowledge of how to write bias-free messaging and build balanced pipelines that reflect organizational inclusion.

Education Requirement

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in computer science, information systems, human resources, communication, or a related field.

Work Location and Requirements

• This is a remote-permitted role based out of our Washington, D.C. office.
• You may choose to work remotely from a location within the United States that is supported by NPR.
• Combination of remote and on-site work is possible based on availability and approval from NPR.
• Travel to other locations may be expected to perform the duties of your position.

Job Type

• This is a 6 month temporary full-time, exempt position.

Compensation

• Salary Range: The U.S.-based anticipated salary range for this opportunity is $120,000 plus benefits.
• NPR provides comprehensive benefits for employees and dependents, including access to health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being.

NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NPR is committed to being an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse and unique perspectives, all working toward the same goal – to create a more informed public.