Director of Talent Management

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Department Summary:

The Director of Talent Management is a key strategic leader within MITRE's Human Resources team, driving innovative talent strategies that advance organizational performance, leadership development, and a high-impact workplace culture. This role leads a team of HR Business Partners and Employee Relations experts, delivering integrated solutions that align with MITRE's mission to solve problems for a safer world and its vision for long-term impact. Serving as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, the Director will shape workforce strategies, enhance leadership capabilities, and cultivate organizational agility to support MITRE's dynamic research and engineering environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Strategic Talent Leadership

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide talent management strategies that align with MITRE's mission to solve problems for a safer world and its long-term organizational objectives.
• Inspire and guide a team of HR Business Partners to deliver strategic consultation, organizational insights, and tailored talent solutions that empower business leaders to achieve their goals.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to proactively identify and address talent risks, workforce gaps, and organizational readiness for change, ensuring agility in a dynamic research and engineering environment.

Organizational Development & Culture

• Design and execute initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness, deepen leadership capabilities, and cultivate a culture of innovation, inclusion, and high performance.
• Lead enterprise-wide efforts in succession planning, leadership development, team effectiveness, and talent reviews to ensure a robust leadership pipeline and organizational resilience.
• Champion engagement strategies that foster collaboration, continuous learning, and alignment with MITRE's values and mission-driven culture.

Leadership Coaching & Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to executives and mid-level leaders, providing strategic guidance on team development, organizational transformation, and people strategies that drive impact.
• Partner with leaders to navigate organizational change, offering expertise in communication, stakeholder alignment, and talent implications to ensure successful outcomes.

Employee & Business Engagement

• Build and support a strong, fair, and collaborative employee relations team that fosters trust and organizational integrity.
• Develop strong relationships with the business and collaborate closely with colleagues to drive effective people solutions.
• Serve as a trusted partner and advisor to leaders and employees, providing guidance on complex people matters.

Basic Qualifications:

• Requires a minimum of 15 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business, or related field; or 12 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 10 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with a strong background in talent management, organizational development, and strategic business partnership.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing HR teams that deliver impactful, mission-aligned solutions.
• Visionary leader with strong business acumen and a strategic mindset, capable of aligning talent strategies with MITRE's mission to tackle complex challenges for the public good.
• Expertise in leadership development, team dynamics, and change management, with the ability to foster organizational agility in a fast-paced, research-driven environment.
• Influential communicator adept at building trust, challenging assumptions, and guiding senior stakeholders toward innovative workforce solutions.
• Proven ability to drive transformation, cultivate a high-performing organizational culture, and inspire collaboration across diverse teams.
• Proven ability to drive transformation, cultivate a high-performing organizational culture, and inspire collaboration across diverse teams.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and compliance standards, with the ability to apply them effectively in employee relations and organizational decision-making.
• Experience designing and implementing employee engagement strategies that enhance workplace satisfaction and retention.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and mediation, with a track record of addressing sensitive employee relations matters while balancing organizational priorities and employee needs.
• Proficiency in leveraging workforce analytics and HR technologies to inform decision-making and improve talent outcomes.
• Ability to lead organizational change initiatives, including restructuring, workforce planning, and cultural transformation, while maintaining employee trust and alignment with strategic goals.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• This position requires a minimum of 4 days a week on-site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a mission-driven, knowledge-based organization such as research and development (R&D), higher education, nonprofit, or public sector, with a demonstrated ability to align HR strategies to support complex, purpose-driven environments.
• Advanced degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field, reflecting a commitment to continuous learning and leadership excellence.
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or Organizational Development (OD) certification, showcasing expertise in HR leadership and strategic workforce management.
• Hands-on experience with Workday and other HR technology platforms, leveraging tools to drive innovation, streamline processes, and enhance workforce analytics capabilities.
• Track record of integrating HR technology solutions to optimize employee experience, improve operational efficiency, and deliver data-driven insights that inform organizational strategy.
• Deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within mission-oriented organizations, with the ability to foster collaboration, innovation, and alignment across diverse teams.
• Expertise in HR leadership within government contracting, with a proven ability to navigate complex, highly regulated environments while driving strategic workforce solutions.
• Active Top Secret Clearance

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):
None

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):
Top Secret

Work Location Type:
Onsite

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