Talent Acquisition Manager

Anakeesta™, LLC.; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Manager to lead their recruiting efforts in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment. This role involves crafting innovative hiring strategies for seasonal peaks, managing a small team of recruiters, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure a robust talent pipeline. With a focus on data-driven decision-making and compliance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the workforce of a company that oversees multiple attractions and properties. If you are passionate about recruitment and thrive in a challenging yet rewarding atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision package

401(k) with company match

Paid volunteer time

Professional development stipend

Discounted access to parks and attractions

Qualifications

• 6-8 years in full-cycle recruiting, with 2+ years in a lead role.
• Experience in high-volume environments like hospitality or retail.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruiting efforts for seasonal hiring, targeting 1,000 hires annually.
• Develop strategies and KPIs for effective recruitment processes.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Team leadership

Data-driven sourcing

Knowledge of employment laws

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s in HR or Business

PHR or SHRM-CP certification

Tools

Paycom ATS

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Revel Group - Knoxville, TN

Salary Range: $90000.00 - $100000.00 Salary

Description

Talent Acquisition Manager

Revel Group LLC – Knoxville, TN

Position Summary

Revel Group is a Knoxville-based management company that oversees 30-plus entities, including the outdoor adventure parksAnakeesta(Gatlinburg) andWildside(Pigeon Forge) as well as a diverse commercial- and residential-property portfolio.
The Talent Acquisition (TA) Manager owns the end-to-end recruiting function for every business line—driving ayear-round hiring plan of ±1,000 hires for a seasonal headcount that ranges from ~350 to 650 employees. You’ll lead a small team of recruiters, scale our hiring processes, and partner with HR and operations leaders to ensure Revel Group attracts and retains the talent that powers our growth.

Key Responsibilities

Focus Area	Core Duties
Strategy & Planning	• Build and refresh an annual recruiting roadmap that supports seasonal peaks, new‐project ramps, and long-term workforce plans. • Set measurable hiring KPIs (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality-of-hire, DEI metrics) and report results quarterly. • Forecast labor needs across adventure-park operations, food & beverage, maintenance, property management, and corporate roles.
Team Leadership	• Coach and develop a team of in-house recruiters (currently 3) and seasonal hiring coordinators. • Allocate requisitions, manage recruiter workload, and establish standardized search best practices.
Execution & Operations	• Own Paycom ATS configuration, requisition workflow, and candidate pipeline health. • Design and run high-volume hiring events, campus/outreach programs, and digital recruitment campaigns. • Partner with Marketing on employer-brand assets (social, video, referral collateral).
Stakeholder Partnership	• Act as TA business partner to GMs at Anakeesta/Wildside, Property Management leadership, and corporate functional heads. • Collaborate with HR on workforce planning, compensation benchmarking, and onboarding effectiveness.
Compliance & Vendor Management	• Ensure all recruiting activities comply with federal/Tennessee EEO, ADA, and child-labor regulations. • Evaluate and manage external search firms, job boards, and sourcing tools within budget.

Success Metrics (first 12 months)

• Build and refresh annual recruiting roadmap in the first 60 days.
• Reduce average time-to-fill for critical seasonal roles by 20 %.
• Achieve ≥90 % of hires on/before requisition target date.
• Deliver annual cost-per-hire at or below plan while improving quality-of-hire survey score to ≥4/5.
• Establish talent pipeline programs that fill at least 25 % of supervisory openings internally.

Compensation & Benefits

• Target bonus:Up to 10 % of base, tied to hiring and cost metrics.
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision package, 401(k) with company match, PTO & paid volunteer time.
• Complimentary or discounted access for you and family to Revel-managed parks and attractions.
• Professional development stipend and SHRM/PHR exam reimbursement.

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule (3 days in Knoxville office/2 days in Gatlinburg) 90-180 days into the role, this can shift to mainly Knoxville based role.
• Occasional travel (≤10 %) to park and property sites during peak recruiting campaigns.
• Fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture where new ideas are encouraged and speed matters.

Job Qualifications

Candidate Profile

• Education/Certifications– Bachelor’s in HR, Business, or related field; PHR, SHRM-CP, or AIRS certifications preferred.
• Experience– 6–8 years of full-cycle recruiting (2+ in a lead/manager role) in high-volume, multi-site environments such as attractions, hospitality, retail, or property management.
• Proven success designing seasonal or surge-hiring strategies (≥500 roles/yr).
• Strong command of Paycom or comparable ATS/HRIS; advanced Excel or BI reporting skills.
• Working knowledge of federal and Tennessee employment laws.
• Data-driven, creative sourcing mindset; excellent coaching, negotiation, and relationship skills.
• Experience hiring J1s and H2B team members.