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Talent Acquisition Advisor

Generac · Pewaukee, WI

Posted Aug 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Walk me through how you managed a high-volume requisition load, say twenty or more open roles at once, without letting quality slip.

whether the candidate can prioritize and organize across many simultaneous reqs without dropping details

Tell me about a time a hiring manager pushed back on a candidate you presented, or wanted to move forward with someone you had concerns about. How did you handle it?

ability to influence hiring decisions consultatively rather than just executing orders

Tell me about an employer branding project or social media recruiting initiative you worked on. What was your role and what happened?

actual ownership of branding work versus passive involvement

Tell me about a time a candidate had a bad experience somewhere in your process. What happened and what did you change afterward?

ownership of candidate experience and willingness to fix process gaps

Describe a time you had to build a recruiting strategy for a role you weren't familiar with. How did you learn what the hiring manager actually needed?

consultative skill in translating vague requests into a workable hiring plan

Technical

What sourcing channels have you actually used to fill inside sales or customer support roles, and which ones gave you the best results?

real hands-on knowledge of sourcing tools versus generic name-dropping

Which ATS platforms have you worked in day to day, and how do you use them to track candidates through the pipeline?

comfort and fluency with recruitment systems, not just familiarity on paper

How do you screen a candidate for cultural fit without just hiring people who remind you of yourself?

awareness of bias in screening and a structured approach to assessing fit

What do you do to make sure you're staying compliant with employment laws when you're moving fast on high-volume roles?

working knowledge of EEO and employment law basics applied practically, not theoretically

Situational

Say you're hiring for a batch of Customer Support roles and the pipeline suddenly dries up two weeks before a start date. What do you do?

resourcefulness and sourcing creativity under time pressure in a high-volume context

A hiring manager tells you they want the role filled in a week, but the requisition hasn't been approved yet and the job posting isn't even written. What do you do first?

process discipline and ability to manage manager expectations against compliance requirements

How do you keep hiring managers updated on where things stand without it turning into constant status meetings?

communication habits and ability to manage stakeholder relationships efficiently

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The full job description

As published by Generac.

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? As a Talent Acquisition Advisor at Generac, you are responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle for a diverse portfolio of positions, with a primary focus on high-volume hiring for Customer Support and Inside Sales roles, as well as a variety of corporate and office-based positions. This role partners closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop effective recruiting strategies, and deliver top talent that supports business objectives. Success in this role requires strong relationship-building skills, the ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously, and a consultative approach to influencing hiring decisions. The Talent Acquisition Advisor serves as a trusted talent partner to business leaders, contributes to employer branding initiatives, and plays a key role in advancing the organization's talent acquisition strategy and hiring outcomes. Responsibilities   • Full-Cycle Recruitment Process:  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned positions, from job posting to Ready for Hire  • Partner with hiring managers to identify hiring needs and create job posting  • Assist in the interview process, helping to maintain a uniform and streamlined candidate and stakeholder experience  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies  • Candidate Sourcing and Screening:  • Utilize multiple sourcing methods, including CRM, job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals, to attract potential candidates  • Screenings technical, cultural fit, potential  • Ensure candidate journey exceeds stakeholder expectations  • Work closely with hiring managers and HR to ensure alignment on recruitment process and strategies  • Provide regular updates on recruitment progress and candidate status  Minimum Job Requirements  Education  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field or Equivalent Experience   Work Experience  • 3 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, HR, or related fields  • Experience with social media recruiting and employer branding initiatives.  • Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment software  #LI-CD1 “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

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