Talent Acquisition Manager

AmeriCU Credit Union; City of Rome (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Leadership development

Career growth

Job summary

AmeriCU Credit Union in Rome, NY seeks a Talent Acquisition Manager to own and build our recruiting function. You will lead strategy, candidate experience, and onboarding, shaping how we hire and how candidates perceive AmeriCU.

The role drives full-cycle recruiting for professional and leadership roles, partners with leaders on workforce planning, and mentors the TA team. Hybrid in-office as needed for meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 5–7+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, including 2–3 years in a people leadership role.
• Experience in a financial services environment is a plus.
• Strong workforce planning, recruiting operations, and data-driven decision making.
• Hands-on experience with ATS/HRIS; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the enterprise talent acquisition strategy including sourcing, pipeline development, and a strong focus on candidate experience from application through onboarding.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting for professional, leadership, and hard-to-fill positions.
• Manage and develop Talent Acquisition team members; set clear expectations and support their growth.
• Partner with leaders on workforce planning, succession considerations, and hiring best practices.
• Own onboarding integration in partnership with Learning & Development and HR.
• Conduct stay and exit interviews; translate insights into retention strategies.
• Create and review job descriptions; define role competencies with hiring managers.
• Manage agency relationships and vendor contracts.
• Build relationships with local colleges and workforce organizations.
• Develop recruiting dashboards and track metrics like time-to-fill and quality of hire.
• Lead DEIB efforts through recruitment outreach and sourcing strategies.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and fair hiring practices.
• Represent AmeriCU at career fairs and community events to strengthen employer brand.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Leadership

Workforce planning

Data-driven decision making

ATS/HRIS

Communication

Relationship-building

DEIB recruiting

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ATS/HRIS platforms

MS Office

Job description

Talent Acquisition Manager

Lead the Future of Talent at AmeriCU

Salary Range: $90,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience

Location: Rome, NY | Hybrid - in office as needed for meetings and trainings

Reports To: VP, Talent

AmeriCU Credit Union is looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager who's ready to own something, not just manage a process, but build a recruiting function that reflects who we are. This is a management role with real influence: you'll shape how we hire, how candidates experience AmeriCU, and how we build a workforce that reflects our values.

What You'll Do

As Talent Acquisition Manager, you will:

• Build and lead the enterprise talent acquisition strategy including sourcing, pipeline development, and a strong focus on candidate experience from application through onboarding.


• Lead full-cycle recruiting for professional, leadership, and hard-to-fill positions.


• Manage and develop Talent Acquisition team members; set clear expectations and support their growth.


• Partner with leaders on workforce planning, succession considerations, and hiring best practices.


• Own the onboarding integration process in partnership with Learning & Development and HR.


• Conduct stay interviews and exit interviews; connect those insights directly to retention strategy.


• Create and review job descriptions; define role competencies with hiring managers.


• Manage agency relationships and vendor contracts.


• Build and maintain relationships with local colleges, universities, and workforce development organizations.


• Develop recruiting dashboards and track key metrics - time-to-fill, quality of hire, new hire retention, hiring manager satisfaction, and more.


• Lead DEIB efforts through recruitment outreach and sourcing strategies.


• Ensure compliance with employment laws and fair hiring practices.


• Represent AmeriCU at career fairs, community events, and industry organizations to strengthen our employer brand.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.


• 5–7+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, including a minimum of 2–3 years in a people leadership role.


• Experience in a financial services environment a plus.


• Strong background in workforce planning, recruiting operations, and data-driven decision making.


• Hands-on experience with ATS and HRIS platforms; proficient in MS Office.


• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills


• Preferred certifications: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or Predictive Index Certification.

Why AmeriCU?

AmeriCU's philosophy is simple: people helping people. That's not just how we serve our members - it's how we operate internally. Leadership here supports doing right by employees, and you'll have the resources and backing to make a real impact in this role.

We're proud to be recognized as one of the Best Companies to Work For in New York. Here's what that looks like in practice:

• Competitive pay and a generous 401(k) match


• Comprehensive benefits and tuition reimbursement


• Wellness programs and real work-life balance


• Leadership development and training programs


• A culture that celebrates its people - annual holiday party, summer picnic, and more


• This is a place where you can build a career, not just fill a role

About AmeriCU Credit Union

Founded in 1950 at Griffiss Air Force Base in Rome, NY, AmeriCU is a member-owned credit union serving over 200,000 members across 24 locations in Central and Northern New York. We believe real connections matter - to our members and to our team. Learn more at www.americu.org.

AmeriCU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.

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