Talent Acquisition Manager

Talent Acquisition Manager

The Talent Acquisition Manager advances the mission of the Diocese of Fort Worth by developing, implementing, and continuously improving talent acquisition strategies, programs, and resources that support diocesan, parish, and school leaders in attracting, selecting, and retaining mission-aligned employees. The Talent Acquisition Manager serves as a strategic partner to pastors, principals, business managers, and department heads by providing recruitment support for critical positions, promoting effective hiring practices, developing talent pipelines, and strengthening the Diocese's reputation as a mission-driven employer of choice. This position serves as the business owner for talent acquisition systems, recruiting resources, and hiring process standards, ensuring a consistent, effective, and mission-focused approach to hiring throughout the Diocese while promoting hiring practices that reflect the dignity of every person and treating candidates, hiring managers, and employees with professionalism, respect, and charity throughout the employment process.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Talent, Acquisition Strategy & Program Management
• Recruitment & Selection Support
• Talent Acquisition Systems & Resources
• Hiring Process Governance
• Hiring Manager Development and Who Program Leadership
• Employment Branding & Talent Pipeline Development

Typical Decisions and/or Recommendations Made in This Position:

• Exercises discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance related to talent acquisition strategy, recruiting processes, hiring standards, candidate sourcing, talent acquisition systems, and employment branding.

Supervision Given and/or Received:

• Minimal to moderate received

Internal Contacts:

• Frequent interaction with pastors, principals, business managers, department heads, diocesan leadership, hiring managers, and Human Resources staff to provide consultation, support, and leadership related to talent acquisition and hiring practices.

External Contacts:

• Employment candidates and prospective candidates
• Colleges, universities, career services professionals
• Community, ministry, and nonprofit organizations
• Professional associations such as Young Catholic Professionals
• Job fair organizers
• Technology partners

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• This position works in a typical office environment but is subject to stress due to the evolving and quickly expanding needs of the Diocese, tight deadlines and moderate workloads.
• Ability to sit and perform computer work for lengthy periods of time.
• Able to access and maintain centralized departmental files. Involves extending arms and reaching files stored in multiple levels on shelves, climbing up a stepladder to access files.
• Ability to accept work interruptions while still remaining focused on duties.
• Data entry via computer keyboard that requires repetitive and frequent hand and wrist movements.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance.

Travel Requirements:

• Moderate local travel (approximately 10-20%) within the Diocese of Fort Worth is required. The Talent Acquisition Manager is expected to maintain a visible presence throughout the Diocese and within the broader community by attending recruiting events, job fairs, networking opportunities, training sessions, and meetings with diocesan, parish, and school leaders. Occasional evening and weekend events may be required.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree preferred in an area such as Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Communications, Education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in Talent Acquisition, human resources, recruiting, workforce development, education administration, organization development, business development or a related field.
• Experience developing processes, programs, or resources that support organizational effectiveness.
• Experience training, coaching, or advising managers and leaders.
• Experience utilizing applicant tracking systems, talent management systems, or other HR technology platforms.
• Experience working within a Catholic, educational, nonprofit, ministry, or mission-driven organization preferred.

Knowledge and Skills Preferred:

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence outcomes without direct supervisory authority.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with candidates, clergy, employees, and leaders in a manner that reflects respect for the dignity of every person.
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and discretion when navigating sensitive situations and diverse perspectives.
• Ability to build trust, foster collaboration, and influence outcomes through strong interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to provide candid constructive guidance while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and training skills.
• Ability to analyze processes and implement improvements.
• Ability to recruit, evaluate, and develop talent acquisition strategies for critical positions.
• Ability to establish partnerships and represent the Diocese professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to honor and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with clergy, religious, and laity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, building presentations, and the ability to learn and optimize HR technology systems.

FLSA Designation: Exempt, Full-Time