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Xcel Energy

Talent Acquisition Operations Manager

Xcel Energy

Manager in Talent Acquisition operations and enablement, driving analytics and technology solutions at Xcel Energy. Leading continuous improvement initiatives to optimize recruiting processes.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado, Minnesota, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $112,200 - $159,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Talent Acquisition operations, including vendor management, recruiting technologies, and process improvement. Proven ability to lead teams, develop workforce insights, and ensure compliance and data integrity across recruiting systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Talent Acquisition Operations ManagementRecruiting Technology ImplementationProcess Improvement InitiativesPeople LeadershipWorkday Recruiting Experience

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Hard Skills
Talent AcquisitionHR OperationsProcess ImprovementChange ManagementVendor ManagementContract AdministrationRecruiting AnalyticsData IntegritySystem GovernanceBusiness Process Optimization
Soft Skills
CoachingPerformance ManagementTeam DevelopmentWorkload Prioritization
Tools & Technologies
AI-Enabled Recruiting ToolsAutomation SolutionsWorkday RecruitingATS Platforms
Industry Keywords
Stakeholder AlignmentOperational ProgramsExecutive ReportingDashboardsWorkforce Insights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Oversee Talent Acquisition operations, including vendor management, talent technology, operational programs, and process improvement initiatives
  • Drive the implementation, optimization, governance, adoption, and responsible use of recruiting technologies, including AI-enabled solutions
  • Manage the portfolio of TA strategic initiatives and ensure successful execution, stakeholder alignment, adoption, and measurable business outcomes
  • Ensure compliance, data integrity, audit readiness, process controls, and effective system governance across recruiting technologies
  • Build strong partnerships across Talent Acquisition, HR, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure effective execution, governance, and continuous improvement
  • Hire, lead, and develop team, including management of performance and supporting their career development
  • Develop and deliver dashboards, workforce insights, recruiting analytics, forecasting, and executive reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • BS/BA degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or a combination of education and experience)
  • 7 years of experience in talent acquisition, HR operations, or related roles
  • 3 years of experience leading complex operational programs, process improvement initiatives, and change management efforts
  • 3 years of experience leading cross-functional projects and operational initiatives, including vendor management, contract administration, RFP processes, technology evaluations, and implementation of talent acquisition solutions
  • 3 years of experience managing recruiting technologies, system governance, business process optimization, and operational controls
  • Experience leading a Talent Acquisition Operations or HR Operations function
  • People leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, team development, and workload prioritization
  • Experience with Workday Recruiting or comparable ATS platforms
  • Experience implementing AI-enabled recruiting tools, automation solutions, or advanced talent acquisition technologies
  • Experience developing executive-level dashboards, workforce insights, and recruiting analytics

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual Incentive Program
  • Medical/Pharmacy Plan
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
  • Health Care Reimbursement Account
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
  • Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account
  • Short-term disability (STD)
  • Long-term disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Transit programs
  • Employee recognition program
  • Pension
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Holidays
  • Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
  • Parental Leave