The Director/Senior Director of Talent Acquisition will lead the development and execution of CityVet’s hiring strategy to support rapid growth, with a focus on recruiting veterinarians and clinical support roles. This position partners closely with operations and marketing to build recruiting processes, strengthen our employer brand, and deliver a consistent, high-quality candidate experience. The best person for this role will have a strong background in talent acquisition leadership, a data-driven mindset, and a passion for building teams that support great work and great culture. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of our growing organization alongside a team that truly cares about pets and people. Responsibilities & Duties · Build and lead a high-performing talent acquisition team including recruiting, sourcing, and campus functions · Partner with operations leaders to understand recruiting needs and deliver tailored strategies for different markets · Develop and execute hiring plans to support company growth and workforce planning · Oversee all aspects of the recruiting process, from job postings and sourcing to interviewing and selection · Partner with Marketing to strengthen CityVet’s employer brand and drive candidate interest through events, digital media, and outreach · Monitor and improve the candidate experience across every stage of the process · Leverage data to assess recruiting effectiveness, identify opportunities, and drive results · Support selection and implementation of recruiting systems, tools, and technology (Sourcing, ATS, CRM, reporting tools, etc.) · Ensure recruiting practices align with applicable laws and support a consistent, compliant process · Manage talent acquisition budget and make smart, strategic investments to support hiring goals · Represent CityVet culture through collaboration, communication, and a service-minded approach Requirements & Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or related field (advanced degrees or certifications a plus) · 8+ years of experience in talent acquisition with 3+ years in a leadership role · Demonstrated success building and leading recruiting teams in a growth-focused environment · Strong knowledge of hiring best practices, recruiting technology, and employment law · Experience working cross-functionally and supporting decentralized or multi-location teams · Outstanding communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills · Collaborative and adaptable; able to shift strategies as needed · Highly professional, organized, and self-motivated