Director, Talent Acquisition

Pursuit Collection

Talent Acquisition Director leading high-volume recruitment for Pursuit’s hotels, attractions, restaurants, and transportation services. Building talent pipelines, coaching recruiters, and optimizing hiring across Canada and the US.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeCalgary • 🇨🇦 CanadaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in high-volume talent acquisition and recruitment strategy development, leveraging digital platforms like Instagram and TikTok to attract top talent. Proven ability to lead and mentor a recruitment team while analyzing performance metrics to enhance hiring processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Talent Acquisition LeadershipHigh-Volume RecruitmentEnterprise Applicant Tracking System ExperienceRecruiting Analytics and KPI ScorecardsDigital Recruitment Strategies

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionRecruiting AnalyticsKPI ScorecardsJob Description CreationSourcing StrategiesInterviewingMulti-Site RecruitmentHigh-Volume HiringRelationship BuildingMentorship

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsMultitaskingCoachingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayParadox RecruitingApplicant Tracking SystemsSocial Media Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

University or College Degree in Human ResourcesValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Talent LifecycleEmployer BrandHospitality SchoolsFront-Line PositionsOperations Leaders

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage talent acquisition initiatives across Canada and the US, focusing on high-volume recruitment for front-line positions and operations leaders
Collaborate with Operations teams to identify talent needs and deliver creative, efficient solutions throughout the talent lifecycle
Develop and execute a comprehensive Talent Acquisition Plan aligned with business goals
Leverage digital and social media to engage top talent and elevate the employer brand
Partner with the Senior Director of People and Talent Acquisition on sourcing strategies, headhunting, and selection of top talent
Inspire, coach, and guide the Talent Acquisition team on recruiting best practices and career development
Build a high-performing team with the skills, tools, and support to meet hiring goals
Provide mentorship and direction to TA team members
Recruit for higher-level and hourly roles, managing job description creation, posting, sourcing, and interviewing as volume requires
Develop and refine sourcing strategies using Instagram and TikTok to attract front-line team members
Work with leaders to understand hiring needs and develop targeted strategies for hard-to-fill positions
Build and maintain relationships with local hospitality and trade schools to sustain a local talent pipeline
Analyze recruiting strategies and use KPI scorecards to measure performance against staffing goals
Assess and refine recruitment tools, technology, and processes to streamline hiring and reduce time-to-hire
Gather and report candidate feedback and data, leading improvements to the candidate experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

University or College degree in Human Resources, business, or related field, or relevant work experience
7+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience
3+ years leading a recruiting function or team in a multi-site, high-volume environment
Enterprise applicant tracking system experience required
Workday and Paradox Recruiting experience preferred
Experience using recruiting analytics, dashboards, and KPI scorecards
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a complex workload and varied calendar
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships across business units and external industry partners
Track record of success in talent leadership
Hands-on experience using Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn to attract and engage front-line talent and seasonal hires
Valid driver's license required
Ability to multitask and handle competing priorities professionally
Willingness to travel as needed within the businesses, to hospitality schools, and to top-talent locations
Must be eligible to work in Canada
Must reside in Calgary, Banff, or Jasper

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off
RRSP contribution matching plan
Discounts at hotels, restaurants, and attractions
Free access to Pursuit attractions
50% off for friends at Pursuit attractions
Discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail
Subsidized mental health and wellness resources
Inclusive, global team environment
Life-long connections and career experience opportunities