The Operations Talent Acquisition Manager is a hands-on leader accountable for hiring results and candidate experience across an assigned region. Partnering with Regional leaders, this role sets priorities, removes roadblocks, and leads recruiters to fill critical Operations roles.

Where You Will Work

Our corporate office is located in the Denver Tech Center. Our office spans the top two floors of the building and features expansive views of the mountains and the downtown skyline. 

AIR values relationships and the benefits from working side by side with teammates, therefore this position will be in-office 5 days a week to support central administrative operations.

What You Will Do

• Deliver regional hiring outcomes across Operations roles; manage 10–15 open requisitions and fill 100+ positions annually (may vary by business need/seasonality).
• Partner with Regional leaders to set hiring priorities, align on selection strategy, and remove bottlenecks through timely decisions.
• Run regular hiring update meetings; provide clear reporting on pipeline health, progress, key outcomes, and barriers requiring support.
• Lead Transition hiring for the region, including coordination and execution of meet & greets, interviews, and offers; ensure timely candidate/stakeholder communication.
• Ensure in-person TA coverage for Transition events by deploying team members onsite; travel up to 2–3 times per month (may be adjusted based on business needs).
• Strengthen talent attraction: write/approve accurate, compelling job ads; prioritize roles for job ad spend; and activate referrals.
• Build pipelines for priority and hard-to-fill roles (including partnerships with vocational/technical schools and other programs) and drive creative sourcing approaches.
• Lead, coach, and develop recruiters; set clear expectations, reinforce process and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement using data and feedback.

Leadership Expectations

• Executes brilliantly: Delivers results with discipline and quality.
• Communicates with impact: Shares crisp updates and escalates early with options.
• Agile & solution-focused: Adapts fast, removes friction, resolves issues collaboratively.
• FSGD: Simplifies, prioritizes, and drives timely decisions.
• Committed to the success of others: Coaches, gives candid feedback, builds capability.
• Inclusive & collaborative: Builds trust and strong partnerships.
• Acts like an owner: Owns regional outcomes and long-term pipelines.

What You Have

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience (Operations/field and/or multi-site roles).
• 2+ years of people leadership experience with proven coaching and accountability.
• Ability to manage high-volume, fast-paced recruiting with strong stakeholder partnership and communication.
• Ability to travel up to 2–3 times per month (may be adjusted based on business needs).

Preferred

• High-volume field and/or transition, acquisition, or integration hiring experience.
• Experience prioritizing job ad strategy/spend and building pipelines (schools/programs, community, or industry partnerships).
• Experience using ATS and recruiting data to monitor pipeline health and hiring performance.

Work Environment & Travel

• Partners closely with onsite and Regional leaders and flexes to support peak hiring periods; travel is required as noted above.

• Expected pay rate of $105,000 - $126,000 + annual target bonus. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and specific experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match contribution.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14 holidays.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 5/18/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.