Description
DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S:
Leslie's Pool Supplies is the "World's Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies." With over 1,000+ retail stores in 39 states plus PRO, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie's. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's.
Job Overview:
The Director of Talent Acquisition leads our company's talent strategy, with a focus on attracting, hiring, and retaining top talent across Leslie's. This position plays a critical role in fueling the company's continued growth by ensuring that we have the people capabilities to deliver exceptional customer experiences and operational excellence. This leader will oversee full-cycle recruiting for all levels of the business, while championing a strong employer brand and inclusive hiring practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition Strategy & Execution
Lead and develop a high-performing talent acquisition team to support hiring across all business units, including retail stores, distribution centers, and corporate offices.
Develop and execute recruiting strategies that align with business goals, promote diversity and inclusion, and support company growth.
Partner with business leaders and HR Business Partners to forecast talent needs and define hiring priorities.
Implement and continuously improve talent acquisition processes, metrics, and technologies (e.g., ATS systems).
Build strong employer brand presence through marketing, social media, and recruitment events.
Internship Program Management
Design, implement, and manage a robust internship program to attract early career talent.
Partner with universities, community colleges, and vocational schools to build pipelines of future talent.
Create a structured internship experience including onboarding, training, mentorship, and performance evaluation.
Track intern conversion rates and measure program effectiveness.
Scholarship Program Oversight
Manage and promote the company's scholarship program, aimed at supporting students pursuing education relevant to careers in retail and business.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure scholarship program goals align with company values and workforce development objectives.
Oversee application, selection, award distribution, and recipient engagement processes.
Monitor impact and outcomes of the scholarship initiative.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as a thought partner to senior leadership on workforce planning, talent trends, and succession planning.
Collaborate with other departments to align talent programs with broader organizational goals.
Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and contracts related to talent acquisition and education programs.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
8-10 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Experience in retail or high-volume hiring environments strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success in managing internship or early talent programs.
Experience overseeing educational programs or corporate scholarships a plus.
Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including:
Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options.
Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option).
Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance.
Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match.
Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.
Paid holidays, including a floating personal day.
Employee assistance and wellness programs.
Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday.
Product discounts at Leslie's Retail stores.
Leslie's recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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