Director, Talent Acquisition (Temp-Payrolled through a 3rd Party Provider)

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen.OverviewMajor League Soccer is seeking a Director, Talent Acquisition (Temp) to help attract and hire top talent in support of our continued growth. This role will provide contract recruitment support to the organization, focusing on candidate sourcing and placement while supporting process improvements within talent acquisition.The ideal candidate will thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment and be comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution. This individual will bring deep expertise in Talent Acquisition and a track record of managing searches effectively while delivering against established benchmarks and timelines.ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain a network of prospective candidates through proactive recruitment, market research, and ongoing relationship managementConduct in-depth interviews and candidate assessments, anticipating hiring manager needs and organizational fitPartner with hiring teams to develop effective sourcing, evaluation, and onboarding strategies while managing expectations aligned with budget parametersDraft and refine job descriptions; serve as a strategic advisor to internal leaders on role design, competencies, and compensation considerationsDeliver an exceptional candidate experience elevating MLS's culture and valuesSupport programs that reinforce diversity and inclusive hiring practices as core organizational valuesSupport special projects and recruiting initiatives, including process improvements, interview best practices, internal mobility strategies, and talent identificationQualificationsEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree10+ years of progressive corporate recruiting experience including sourcing and full-cycle recruitingRequired Skills8-10+ years of progressive recruiting experience, including sourcing and full-cycle recruitmentExperience operating in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization preferredMaintain accurate documentation of candidate and hiring manager feedback to support hiring decisions.Experience supporting candidate lifecycle management, diversity sourcing, and structured interview processesStrong prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple searches and stakeholders simultaneouslyDemonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally to build internal and external talent pipelinesStrong consulting and stakeholder management skillsExperience developing and executing proactive sourcing strategiesFamiliarity with applicant tracking systemsHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and compliance awarenessStrong written and verbal communication skillsSound judgment and problem-solving capabilitiesDetail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervisionProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Desired SkillsKnowledge of the sport of soccerTotal RewardsStarting compensation $60.00/hour- $70.00/hour;. MLS/SUM compensation is contingent upon several factors including individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.