Director Of Recruiting Jobs in Texas

Director Of Recruiting jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in corporate headquarters, technology firms, healthcare systems, and energy companies, with demand from early-career talent acquisition specialists through senior executive recruiting leaders. The busiest hiring markets are Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where employers like AT&T, ExxonMobil, and Dell Technologies maintain large talent acquisition functions and hire director of recruitings consistently. The most in-demand specialties are technical recruiting, executive search, and high-volume corporate recruiting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles10+
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring4
Work type90% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Jobot
Director of Recruiting
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Jobot
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Director of Recruiting
Jobot
Austin, Texas
Human Resources
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$200k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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University of the Incarnate Word
Assistant Director of Recruitment-Admissions
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University of the Incarnate Word
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Assistant Director of Recruitment-Admissions
University of the Incarnate Word
San Antonio, Texas
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Customer Service & Support
Project & Program Management
Customer Service
$52k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Southern Methodist University
Director of Student Recruitment
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Southern Methodist University
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Director of Student Recruitment
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Customer Service & Support
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Southern Methodist University
Director of Student Recruitment
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Southern Methodist University
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Director of Student Recruitment
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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White Lodging
Director of Human Resources
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White Lodging
Added 3d ago
Director of Human Resources
White Lodging
Austin, Texas
Human Resources
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Compensation & Benefits
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Director Of Recruiting Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
4 jobs
San Antonio
3 jobs
Dallas
2 jobs
Garland
1 jobs

Director Of Recruiting Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Southern Methodist University
    Southern Methodist University2
  • EPIROC
    EPIROC1
  • Jobot
    Jobot1
  • Omni Hotels
    Omni Hotels1
  • Our Lady of the Lake University
    Our Lady of the Lake University1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education6
  • Non-Profit & Social Services2
  • Construction & Real Estate1
  • Manufacturing1
  • Staffing & Recruiting1

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in director of recruiting jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
  • Five or more years of progressive recruiting leadership experience within a corporate or agency environment
  • Proven experience building and managing full-cycle recruiting teams across multiple Texas business units
  • Deep familiarity with applicant tracking systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, or iCIMS
  • Experience partnering with senior business leaders on workforce planning and talent strategy
  • PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred by Texas employers

Director Of Recruiting Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a director of recruiting in Texas?

Most director of recruiting roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, plus several years of progressive recruiting experience leading teams. Texas does not require a state-issued license specifically for this role, but employers strongly favor candidates holding SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification through the HR Certification Institute. Building experience in corporate talent acquisition, ideally within Texas industries like energy, technology, or healthcare, is the most direct path.

How much do director of recruitings make in Texas?

Director of recruitings in Texas earn a median of about $136,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,200 for the lowest 10% to over $226,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire director of recruitings in Texas?

Employers hiring director of recruitings in Texas right now include Southern Methodist University, EPIROC, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major health systems, and expanding technology companies means director of recruiting roles appear across a broad range of industries throughout the state.

Which Texas cities have the most director of recruiting jobs?

Austin, San Antonio, and Dallas have the most director of recruiting openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its density of corporate headquarters and financial services employers, Houston follows with large energy companies and medical center institutions, and Austin's growth as a technology hub has driven steady demand from companies scaling their talent functions there.

Are there remote director of recruiting jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than many leadership roles, since recruiting work is largely conducted through video interviews, digital applicant tracking systems, and virtual communication. About 10% of director of recruiting openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how well the operational side of the role translates to distributed work. Fully remote positions are most common in corporate recruiting leadership roles at technology companies and large enterprise firms.

How can I get hired as a director of recruiting in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is starting as a recruiter or talent acquisition specialist at a large Texas employer, then building toward a team lead or recruiting manager role before stepping into a director position. Large Texas health systems like HCA Houston Healthcare and University of Texas health institutions, as well as technology employers in Austin, run structured talent acquisition programs that bring in early-career HR professionals. Earning a SHRM-CP certification and gaining experience with enterprise applicant tracking systems significantly strengthens a candidacy for a first director role.

Where can I find and apply to director of recruiting jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to director of recruiting jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and other markets. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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