Director, Talent (61605)

Graham Windham•New York, NY

1d•$100,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Graham Windham is seeking a highly strategic and connected Director of Talent to lead and evolve the organization’s talent acquisition strategy while serving as a visible external ambassador. This role extends beyond execution to shape how Graham Windham competes for and secures talent in a highly dynamic market. The Director will bring deep labor market insight, strong relationship capital, and innovative approaches to build a high-performing, mission-aligned workforce. As a senior leader within HR, this individual will oversee talent acquisition strategy, drive workforce planning efforts, and cultivate external partnerships that strengthen talent pipelines and employer brand presence. The Director of Talent will position Graham Windham as an employer of choice across the nonprofit and human services sector. This is an opportunity for a forward-thinking leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, influence, and execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
8–10+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, including leadership responsibilities
Demonstrated success leading recruitment strategy in complex and/or high-volume environments
Proven ability to build and leverage diverse talent pipelines and networks
Experience advising senior leaders on talent strategy and labor market dynamics
Strong expertise in sourcing strategies, tools, and recruitment technologies
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in nonprofit, human services, healthcare, or mission-driven environments
Background in employer branding, recruitment marketing, or talent strategy
Familiarity with ATS/HRIS platforms (e.g., Paycom)
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive hiring practices
Experience representing an organization externally (speaking engagements, partnerships, industry events)

Responsibilities

Develop and lead a comprehensive, forward-looking talent acquisition strategy aligned with organizational goals
Partner with executive leadership to forecast workforce needs and align hiring strategies with long-term priorities (e.g., Vision 2029)
Translate labor market trends and organizational data into actionable talent strategies
Drive workforce planning initiatives that ensure organizational readiness and sustainability
Oversee full-cycle recruitment across the organization, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency
Establish and implement best-in-class, competency-based selection practices
Guide and support hiring leaders in making effective, equitable hiring decisions
Oversee offer strategy, ensuring alignment with market conditions and internal equity
Ensure a high-quality, inclusive candidate experience across all touchpoints
Lead, develop, and mentor a team of recruiters and talent professionals
Set performance expectations, monitor outcomes, and build team capability
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence
Allocate resources effectively to meet organizational hiring demands
Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert on labor market dynamics
Provide leadership with insights on talent availability, compensation trends, and competitor activity
Develop innovative strategies to address hiring challenges and talent gaps
Identify and activate emerging and nontraditional talent pipelines
Build and sustain diverse, high-quality pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles
Oversee proactive sourcing strategies, including passive candidate engagement
Expand access to talent through partnerships, networks, and digital sourcing tools
Ensure long-term pipeline health through ongoing engagement strategies
Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with academic institutions, workforce development programs, and professional organizations
Represent Graham Windham in external forums, conferences, and industry events
Build strong networks across nonprofit, human services, and adjacent sectors
Serve as a trusted ambassador of the organization’s mission and impact
Lead the development and execution of employer branding strategies
Shape and communicate a compelling employee value proposition
Partner with leadership to elevate the organization’s reputation in key talent markets
Leverage storytelling, digital platforms, and outreach strategies to attract diverse talent
Act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders on talent acquisition and workforce strategy
Lead intake and consultation processes to define hiring needs and approaches
Influence decision-making through data, insights, and expertise
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment, compliance, and operational effectiveness
Oversee recruiting operations, systems, and data integrity (Paycom)
Establish and monitor key performance metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, quality of hire, diversity outcomes)
Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and candidate experience
Contribute to broader HR and organizational strategy initiatives