Director of Talent Acquisition

Gaming Enterprise • Prior Lake, MN

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About The Position

Ready to shape the future of hiring? We’re looking for a Director of Talent Acquisition who knows how to think big and deliver results. This isn’t just about filling roles—it’s about shaping a strategy that attracts the best talent and keeps us ahead in a competitive market. You’ll lead a talented team, partner with senior leaders, and bring fresh ideas to how we hire. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, love leveraging data and technology, and want to make a real impact, this is your chance. Enjoy weekly pay, health benefits, and 401(k) starting day one. Whatever your career goals may be, let Little Six Casino and the SMSC Gaming Enterprise help get you there! Job Overview: The Director of Talent Acquisition provides strategic leadership and enterprise-wide direction for the Talent Acquisition (TA) function across a large-scale, high-volume, multi-site operation. This role is responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy that attracts, hires, and retains top talent to support both current operations and future growth. Serving as a shared service across SMSC Gaming Enterprise, SMSC Tribal Operations, and the SMSC Gaming Commission, the Director partners closely with executive leadership, HR Business Partners, and operational leaders to ensure workforce needs are met with speed, quality, consistency, and care. This leader brings a strong understanding of operational realities and translates workforce demand into scalable, sustainable hiring solutions. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking, data-driven leader who builds and leads a high-performing TA team, leverages modern recruitment technologies, and continuously improves sourcing and hiring practices. This role plays a critical part in strengthening the employer brand, advancing Native American recruitment efforts, and positioning SMSC and its Enterprises as an employer of choice in a highly competitive labor market. The Director ensures that all recruitment practices are efficient, compliant, and aligned with enterprise goals—while driving innovation, consistency, and scalability across the full talent acquisition lifecycle.

Requirements

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Enjoy weekly pay, health benefits, and 401(k) starting day one.
• Eligible Team Members are offered a comprehensive benefits package include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs and more.
• Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms and free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees