Senior Director, Talent Acquisition

Lead enterprise talent strategy at a credit union that prioritizes people. As Senior Director, Talent Acquisition, you will guide recruiting operations, advise executive leadership, and strengthen the systems, standards, and talent pipelines that support organizational growth. This onsite role is based in Marlborough, MA or Hillsboro, OR , with a target compensation range of $164,000 to $197,000 . What you’ll do Develop and execute a forward-looking enterprise talent acquisition strategy aligned to organizational growth, workforce needs, and business priorities. Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on workforce trends, labor market dynamics, talent risks, and hiring strategies. Lead and develop a high-performing Talent Acquisition team, strengthening innovation, accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Establish enterprise recruiting standards, governance, and best practices to improve efficiency, quality of hire, and candidate experience. Use data analytics and talent intelligence to drive strategic decisions and workforce outcomes. Monitor and report key talent acquisition metrics, including quality of hire, time-to-fill, hiring manager satisfaction, candidate experience, diversity outcomes, and recruiting effectiveness. Own enterprise headcount planning, workforce forecasting, and hiring prioritization informed by labor market intelligence and workforce analytics. Oversee executive and critical-position searches to support access to diverse, high-caliber leadership and specialized talent. Build and maintain strategic talent networks and external partnerships to strengthen executive, leadership, and critical-skill pipelines. Deliver a high-touch executive candidate experience while optimizing recruitment technologies, sourcing strategies, and external partnerships for effectiveness and return on investment. Define and lead the organization’s employer value proposition and integrated talent marketing strategies that enhance visibility, attract diverse talent, and support business growth. Partner with Marketing and Communications on recruitment campaigns across digital, social, and community channels, leveraging employee storytelling, culture initiatives, and workforce insights. Continuously assess candidate engagement throughout the recruitment lifecycle and improve onboarding effectiveness, retention, and employee engagement using feedback and data. Align onboarding practices to organizational culture, values, and employee experience strategies, partnering with HR Operations and business leaders for an end-to-end experience. Lead enterprise strategies for internships, apprenticeships, university partnerships, and emerging talent programs. Champion adoption of modern recruiting technologies, including automation and AI-enabled recruiting , to enhance recruiter productivity and candidate experience. Evaluate talent acquisition systems, processes, and vendor relationships, and drive continuous improvement to increase efficiency, scalability, and service quality. Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, internal policies, and evolving legislative or industry requirements, proactively mitigating talent acquisition risk. Establish governance, audit readiness, reporting, documentation, and risk management practices related to recruiting, candidate selection, and talent acquisition operations. What you bring 8+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience, including leadership of enterprise-wide recruiting strategies and programs. 4+ years of people leadership experience, with a track record of hiring, coaching, developing, and managing high-performing recruiting teams. Professional Human Resources certification (SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent) preferred. Experience developing and executing enterprise talent strategies that align workforce capabilities with long-term business objectives and growth priorities. Ability to leverage talent intelligence, analytics, and market insights for executive decision-making, workforce planning, and talent risk mitigation. Experience partnering with executive leaders to drive transformation, strengthen leadership pipelines, and address critical workforce challenges. Demonstrated ability to advance a modern talent acquisition ecosystem through innovative sourcing, employer brand excellence, AI-enabled recruiting, and world-class candidate experiences. Education Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred . Tools and technologies Artificial intelligence AI-enabled recruiting Automation Benefits Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage Generous 401(k) match Paid Time Off : accrue up to 15 days in your first year, plus 40 hours of sick time and 3 personal days that refresh annually Paid federal holidays Special employee pricing on lending products such as mortgage, auto, and personal loans (eligibility subject to standard account requirements and underwriting criteria) Equal opportunity and accommodations First Tech is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and equity. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, email View email address on click.appcast.io with the nature of your request and your contact information. First Tech is not currently offering Visa transfer/sponsorship for this position. Location: Marlborough, MA or Hillsboro, OR Target compensation: $164,000 - $197,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr First Technology Federal Credit Union