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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.

Special Education Teacher

Company: Basis Ed

Location: Pflugerville, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Write, develop, and update IEPs, ensuring alignment with student needs, state regulations, and compliance requirements. Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.

Structural Welder - We Pay for Travel

Company: Industrial Air Flow Dynamics, Inc.

Location: La Porte, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Rental car provided (must have valid driver's license). You'll travel across the U.S. to power plant sites, welding stainless steel structural components using…

Special Education Teacher

Company: Overbrook School for the Blind

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Posted Oct 06, 2025

A valid driver’s license is required. These include but are not limited to providing appropriate instructional materials, using low vision aids and devices,…

Structural Welder - We Pay for Travel

Company: Industrial Air Flow Dynamics, Inc.

Location: Spring, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Rental car provided (must have valid driver's license). You'll travel across the U.S. to power plant sites, welding stainless steel structural components using…

Carbon and Stainless-Steel Welders (Fluxcore) - Travel Position

Company: Industrial Air Flow Dynamics, Inc.

Location: Pasadena, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Rental car provided (must have a valid driver's license). You'll travel across the U.S. to power plant sites, welding stainless steel structural components…

Welder / Layout

Company: Unlimited Steel Construction Inc

Location: Arlington Heights, IL

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Must be able to read blueprints. Steel fabricator located near O'Hare is looking to hire experienced welder / layout person, for beams, columns, railings and…

Fuel Driver - Class A CDL - Local -San Antonio, TX - MUST HAVE PRIOR FUEL EXPERIENCE!

Company: Big Star Transportation, LLC

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2025

If a driver simply comes to work on time and finishes his shift without any safety violations (internal or external), said driver will earn $30.00-$40.00 for…

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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