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Mystic Lake Casino Hotel · 1 day ago

Director of Talent Acquisition

Prior Lake, Minnesota, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel is seeking a Director of Talent Acquisition who will provide strategic leadership for the Talent Acquisition function across a large-scale operation. This role involves designing and executing talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent while leading a high-performing team and ensuring compliance and innovation in recruitment practices.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute enterprise-wide talent acquisition strategies and programs aligned with business priorities, workforce plans, and HR goals across SMSC Gaming Enterprise, Tribal Operations, and the Gaming Commission

Partner closely with Executives, operational leaders, and HR Business Partners to understand workforce needs, anticipate future talent demands, and translate business strategy into scalable hiring solutions. Maintain a strong understanding of enterprise operations, labor market dynamics, and external talent trends, and communicate insights and results to executive leadership on a regular cadence

Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing Talent Acquisition team. Hire, coach, mentor, and develop team members; set clear goals and expectations; manage performance; and build a culture grounded in accountability, trust, continuous learning, and innovation while fostering an engaging, positive, and productive team environment

Strengthen the employer brand and candidate experience by continuously evaluating, optimizing, and innovating talent acquisition processes, tools, and touchpoints. In partnership with Gaming Enterprise and Tribal Operations Marketing, lead a comprehensive digital and employment branding strategy that supports sourcing, engagement, and conversion of talent

Provide strategic oversight and leadership for key Talent Acquisition programs, including but not limited to pre-hire background checks, pre-hire assessments, Native American recruitment and outreach initiatives, internship programs, sourcing strategies, marketing efforts, I-9 and employment eligibility processes, technology platforms, and on-site and offsite hiring events

Own the end-to-end candidate experience, including onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless, compliant, and engaging experience from application through day one, with a strong focus on consistency and quality across all entities and locations

Lead the Talent Acquisition technology strategy and roadmap, partnering with internal stakeholders, HRIS, and external vendors to implement and optimize systems that enable automation, scalability, data integrity, and an exceptional experience for candidates and hiring managers

Establish, monitor, and report on key Talent Acquisition metrics and insights, including pipeline health, time to fill, quality of hire, source effectiveness, and team performance. Use data to drive continuous improvement, inform decision-making, and demonstrate impact

Ensure compliance, governance, and risk management across all Talent Acquisition activities, including alignment with enterprise policies, regulatory requirements, and Gaming Commission standards

Manage vendor relationships and budgets related to Talent Acquisition, ensuring effective partnerships, strong service delivery, and responsible financial management

Qualification

Talent Acquisition StrategyData-Driven Decision MakingLeadership ExperienceApplicant Tracking SystemsChange ManagementRelationship ManagementTeam BuildingCoaching SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree required in a Business related discipline

10+ years of Talent Acquisition experience; combination of Corporate Recruiting and Agency experience

5+ years of leading TA professionals

Demonstrated experience leading a team through change and transformation

Proven experience in developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies focused on attracting, sourcing and hiring talent to meet business needs. Ability to adapt to quickly changing external and/or internal scenarios

Ability to build relationships, trust and credibility with all levels of management

Experience leveraging strong external network and professional group affiliations to learn best practices and follow talent trends

Ability to establish processes and best practices for the team and organization

Strong business and technical acumen with knowledge of various Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) systems and technology capabilities

Ability to inspire, motivate and develop a diverse high performing team

Strong communication abilities, both oral and written