Executive Recruiter

Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who choose to work here. The hard work of our physicians, nurses, employees, board members and volunteers grew Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system that serves more than 875,000 New Mexicans.

 

As Executive Recruiter, your role is central to shaping leadership across Presbyterian. You’ll lead searches for Director-level and above positions spanning both the delivery system and health plan —bringing in leaders who will guide strategy, culture, and excellent care.

 

Beyond search execution, this role is a trusted resource within the talent acquisition team. You’ll often provide informal training and mentorship to sourcing and recruiting colleagues - sharing insights and offering support as a subject matter expert. Your experience helps others grow, and your perspective strengthens how we approach executive hiring.

 

We’re looking for someone who brings curiosity, care, and clarity to every search — someone who understands that recruiting is more than filling roles; it’s about building relationships and shaping the future of our organization.

 

• Bachelor's degree or 6 years of experience in lieu of education.
• At least 5 years of direct, full-cycle recruiting experience.
• At least 3-4 years of targeted sourcing and candidate development experience.
• Experience compiling and utilizing labor market insights and data to influence talent attraction decisions.
• Prior search firm and healthcare experience preferred.

 

• Supports the design and implementation of recruiting strategies for a variety of executive leadership and other roles as assigned.
  
  
• Supports the vision, values, and purpose of PHS strategies.
  
  
• Coordinates the process for hiring executives and select positions in accordance with PHS executive process policy and procedures and in compliance to the affirmative action plan. Responsible for assuring that appropriate approvals are secured throughout the hiring process by partnering with SVP-HR, CEO, HR Business Partner, CFO, and Compensation Director.
  
  
• Conducts relevant market research and maps talent landscape, matching key data points with internal and external talent supply.
  
  
• Responsible for assuring executive contracts and offer letters are properly created and executed.
  
  
• Partners with hiring executives to understand business requirements and develops strategies to recruit active and passive candidates, utilizing advanced sourcing techniques. Manages intake meetings with hiring executives to optimize engagement strategies and improve candidate experience.
  
  
• Conducts thorough candidate pre-screens to assure qualified candidates are submitted to hiring executives for consideration.
  
  
• Prepares advertisements on a local and national level to meet recruitment needs for routine and specialized positions.
  
  
• Evaluates capabilities of candidates and negotiates starting salaries in accordance with compensation guidelines.
  
  
• Has in-depth knowledge of PHS system to be able to recommend hiring decisions.
  
  
• Communicates effectively with senior leaders, HR business partners, and candidates to build strong professional relationships, identify and resolve issues in a timely manner, and reduce the cycle time for open positions.
  
  
• Coordinates the hiring process for key leadership individuals and others as assigned by supervisor.
  
  
• Manages third party search firms including reviewing agreements, establishing hiring timelines, ensuring a clear understanding of the search process and internal hiring process, and reviewing progress reports.
  
  
• Follows the HR policies regarding hiring.
  
  
• Acts as a consultant to hiring executives and managers providing recruiting solutions to complex staffing issues by offering alternative options, creative solutions, and one-to-one training on behavioral interviewing techniques.
  
  
• Provides consistent professional support to hiring executives and managers to establish and foster communication in recruitment processes.
  
  

We offer more than the standard benefits!

Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more!

Learn more about our employee benefits:

https://www.phs.org/careers/why-work-with-us/benefits

Why work at Presbyterian?

As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans. For our employees, we offer a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

About New Mexico

New Mexico continues to grow steadily in population and features a low cost-of living. Varied landscapes bring filmmakers here from around the world to capture a slice of the natural beauty New Mexicans enjoy every day. Our landscapes are as diverse as our culture - from mountains, forests, canyons, and lakes, to caverns, hot springs and sand dunes.

New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

USD $56.92/Hr.

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.