Director of Talent Acquisition

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 18 recruiting professionals across sourcing, coordination, and senior recruiting functions, fostering a high-performance, data-driven culture
• Set clear performance expectations and OKRs; hold the team accountable to submittal, offer, and start goals, with particular focus on veterinarian hiring targets
• Develop and manage the Talent Acquisition budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and maximum return on recruiting investment
• Build career growth paths and succession plans within the TA team to retain top recruiting talent

• Own the full recruiting funnel—from applicant volume through screen, submittal, and offer—maintaining rigorous visibility into conversion rates at every stage
• Apply a highly analytical lens to funnel performance: proactively identify where conversion rates are breaking down, determine root causes, and design targeted solutions to close gaps
• Build and maintain recruiting dashboards and KPI reports that provide senior leadership with real-time insight into pipeline health, time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and offer acceptance trends
• Translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives for executive and operational stakeholders; make evidence-based recommendations on strategy and resource allocation
• Utilize predictive modeling and historical trends to anticipate hiring demand and pipeline capacity needs before shortfalls occur

• Own and drive submittal and start goals for veterinarians across the Mission Pet Health clinic network; this is a primary accountability of the role
• Develop deep market knowledge of the veterinary talent landscape, including compensation benchmarks, candidate availability, competitive positioning, and emerging sourcing channels
• Design and execute multi-channel sourcing strategies (veterinary schools, professional associations, passive outreach, referral programs) to build and sustain a robust veterinarian pipeline
• Build relationships with veterinary professional associations, academic programs, and candidate communities to strengthen Mission Pet Health's employer brand within the profession

• Serve as a trusted advisor and subject-matter expert to the CHRO and senior leadership team on talent market conditions, workforce planning, and recruiting effectiveness
• Partner with operations, finance, and clinical leadership to develop and execute workforce plans that anticipate hiring needs aligned to clinic expansion and growth targets
• Present insights, strategy, and performance results to executive leadership with clarity and confidence; influence talent decisions through data-backed recommendations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR Business Partners, Compensation, and Marketing to ensure a cohesive, compelling candidate experience and employer brand

• Develop and implement multi-dimensional recruiting strategies and programs that improve quality-of-hire, reduce time-to-fill, and scale with organizational growth
• Act as the internal SME on recruiting technology, ATS optimization (Avature preferred), and process automation to drive efficiency across the TA function
• Build repeatable, programmatic solutions to high-volume recruiting challenges; standardize workflows while preserving flexibility for specialized hiring needs
• Lead initiatives to drive candidate flow for targeted positions, positioning Mission Pet Health as an employer of choice in the veterinary and pet health industry
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices across all aspects of sourcing, assessment, and selection
• Lead innovative experiments—A/B testing sourcing channels, interview processes, and candidate engagement approaches—that measurably improve recruiting outcomes
• Ensure all talent acquisition activities comply with applicable employment laws, regulations, and Mission Pet Health's internal policies and standards

• Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field is a plus

• 10+ years of progressive recruiting experience, preferably in a fast-paced, multi-site, high-growth environment
• 5+ years of talent acquisition leadership experience, including direct management of recruiting teams (experience managing teams of 15+ strongly preferred)
• 5+ years building and managing recruiting programs and pipelines, ideally encompassing both professional and specialized healthcare or veterinary roles
• Demonstrated experience leading a team to and through specific hire count, submittal, or start-date targets in a metrics-driven environment
• Proven track record of designing and scaling data-driven recruiting strategies from concept through execution
• Extensive experience with ATS platforms; Avature experience strongly preferred
• Up to 25% travel may be required based on business needs

• Highly analytical: fluent in recruiting metrics, funnel analysis, and data storytelling; ability to independently diagnose performance gaps and prescribe solutions using data
• Deep expertise in full-funnel recruiting strategy—top-of-funnel sourcing, candidate assessment, offer management, and start-date execution
• Exceptional executive presence and communication skills; comfortable presenting to and influencing C-suite and senior operational leaders
• Strong strategic thinking balanced with operational rigor; able to set vision and direction while remaining hands-on in execution
• Expertise in healthcare, veterinary, or specialty professional recruiting is a significant differentiator
• Proficiency in workforce planning, capacity modeling, and compensation benchmarking
• Collaborative leadership style with a demonstrated ability to build trust and alignment across diverse stakeholder groups

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact [email protected] with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.