Director of Talent Acquisition

Toms River, NJ (Hybrid Possible)

120 - 150K (earning potential of up to $175,000 DOE)

Position Overview

A multi-state healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Director of Talent Acquisition to oversee, scale, and systematize its recruitment function across six states. This role reports directly to the executive leadership team and plays a strategic part in driving company growth through high-quality hiring practices.

With a team of five in-house recruiters and plans to expand, the Director will be responsible for developing structure, implementing tools, and leading a results-driven recruiting operation. The ideal candidate will bring both big-picture strategy and hands-on management, with the confidence to lead, train, and build.

The Ideal Candidate

• Confident, organized, and hungry to scale a fast-growing team

• Brings structure and systems but remains flexible and people-focused

• Experienced in high-volume healthcare or multisite recruiting

• Comfortable in a leadership seat, interfacing with C-level executives

• Has a strong vision for growth and talent strategy

• Easygoing personality with high standards — not a "yes person"

• Treats recruiting like a career, not just a job

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of 5+ recruiters across 6 states

• Identify gaps and hire additional recruiters for market expansion

• Evaluate and implement tools such as ATS systems and sourcing software

• Oversee Indeed presence and optimize backend infrastructure

• Introduce processes for tracking hires, retention, and performance

• Collaborate with executive leadership on workforce planning

• Ensure consistency and quality in candidate experience across locations

• Potentially work with graphic designers and outside vendors for employer branding

Qualifications and Must-Haves

• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment operations

• Previous leadership experience in a growing or multi-site organization

• Experience in healthcare strongly preferred

• Proven ability to implement tools, systems, and scalable processes

• Familiarity with Indeed and common ATS platforms

• Clear communicator with an assertive yet approachable management style

Email resume to: Baila@maiplacement.com