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Direct Hire Authorities positions are the backbone of today’s fast‑growing tech ecosystem. Companies now prefer permanent hires over contractors to build cohesive teams, driving an unprecedented demand for recruiters who can source, vet, and place talent across all levels—from junior developers to VP of Engineering.

Within Direct Hire Authorities you’ll find roles such as Talent Acquisition Specialist, Senior Sourcer, Recruitment Manager, and Head of Talent Acquisition. These positions handle everything from crafting Boolean search strings in LinkedIn Recruiter, managing candidate pipelines in ATS like Lever or Greenhouse, to conducting structured interviews and negotiating offers that match market benchmarks.

Salary transparency is critical for Direct Hire authorities because it empowers recruiters to benchmark offers, negotiate confidently with candidates, and demonstrate value to hiring managers. When compensation data is openly shared, recruiters can reduce time‑to‑hire, increase candidate satisfaction, and build a reputation as a fair and data‑driven partner.

District Leader, FS (Division 07 Region 37 District 02)

Company: CVS Health

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Responsible for implementation of new programs in both front store and pharmacy. Ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations…

Sr. Software Development Engineer - Embedded, Flight Sw, Kuiper Flight Systems / Software

Company: Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Location: Redmond, WA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience.

Applied Scientist, Perfect Order Experience (POE) AI

Company: Amazon Stores

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Experience in state-of-the-art deep learning models architecture design and deep learning training and optimization and model pruning.

Inserter Operator

Company: Wilen Vegas LLC

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Set up and adjust the inserting machine based on the specific requirements of each mail project, including folding, inserting, sealing, and addressing…

Associate Creative Director, Ring Retail & Marketing

Company: Amazon.com Services LLC

Location: Hawthorne, CA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Experience partnering with technical partners for design implementation. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and…

RN - Substance Use Disorder - Per Diem - San Diego - Varied Shift

Company: Scripps Health

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your…

Executive Chef - Knickerbocker Hotel

Company: Charlie Palmer Collective

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 15, 2025

A 2-year, 3-year or 4-year culinary degree and at least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field. Coordinate all par stock levels.

Web Engineer

Company: Zoom

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

We’re problem-solvers, working at a fast pace to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application…

Sr. Applied Scientist, SCOT RL

Company: Amazon Stores

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Design, implement, and evaluate innovative models, agents, and software prototypes. Experience with modeling tools such as R, scikit-learn, Spark MLLib, MxNet,…

Security Officer/Driver

Company: Pacific Security

Location: Renton, WA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Valid WA state driver’s license. Understanding that our security team is the face of Pacific Security, we aim to hire and develop individuals that maintain…

Senior Data Analyst

Company: NYU Langone Health

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 15, 2025

To qualify you must have a Master's degree in a relevant field such as public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, or a related discipline.

ELM Project Manager, DBX (Design and Building Excellence), DBX (Design and Building Excellence)

Company: Amazon Stores

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

5+ years of industrial engineer, operations engineer, manufacturing engineer, or project engineer in a manufacturing environment experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Direct Hire Authority roles by seniority?
Junior Talent Acquisition Specialists earn between $50,000 and $70,000 annually, mid‑level Sourcers typically earn $70,000 to $100,000, and senior recruiters or Hiring Managers can command $100,000 to $150,000. These ranges vary with city, industry, and company size—San Francisco and New York tend to be on the higher end.
What skills and certifications are required for Direct Hire Authority professionals?
Key skills include Boolean search proficiency, data‑driven sourcing, pipeline management, structured interviewing, and offer negotiation. Technical tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Greenhouse, Lever, and Excel for analytics are essential. Certifications that add value are LinkedIn Certified Professional – Recruiter, SHRM‑CP, and Certified Talent Acquisition Professional (CTAP).
Is remote work available for Direct Hire Authority positions?
Yes—many Direct Hire Authority roles are fully remote or hybrid. Companies like GitHub, Automattic, and Zapier offer remote-first recruiting positions with flexible schedules, allowing recruiters to work from anywhere while collaborating through Slack, Zoom, and cloud‑based ATS platforms.
What career progression paths exist within Direct Hire Authority roles?
A typical path starts with a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist, moves to Senior Sourcer or Recruiter, then to Recruitment Manager, and ultimately to Director of Talent Acquisition or Head of Talent Acquisition. Each step adds responsibilities such as team leadership, strategic hiring plans, budgeting, and employer brand development.
What industry trends are shaping Direct Hire Authority roles today?
Current trends include AI‑powered sourcing tools like Hiretual and Entelo, a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring, data analytics for reducing time‑to‑hire, and the rise of remote‑first talent pools. Recruiters who adopt these technologies and practices stay competitive and deliver higher quality hires.

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