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Executive Talent Acquisition Manager roles on OPT sit at the intersection of HR strategy and business leadership, requiring a degree in human resources, business, or organizational psychology. Most positions involve full-time employment, which is straightforward to authorize under standard OPT. STEM OPT extensions are available if your degree qualifies.
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The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S. and has supported over 20,000 healthcare professionals and team members at more than 1,300 health and wellness offices across 48 states in four distinct categories: dental care, urgent care, medical aesthetics, and animal health. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that healthcare can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of five consumer-facing businesses: Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and Lovet Pet Health Care. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.
As a reflection of current needs and continued growth, we are excited to offer the opportunity to join a dedicated recruiting team focused on sourcing and hiring Hygienists. Apply today to join an amazing team and support organization that provides non-clinical business support services to more than 1000 independently owned and operated Aspen Dental offices across the U.S. Our purpose? To care for the people who care for the patients, providing expert business support to the largest, fastest-growing branded network of dental practices in the country. This model makes it easier for independent, licensed practitioners to do what they do best.
Responsibilities
- Partners closely with managers to assess needs and develop a recruiting plan.
- Opens requisitions and posts job openings.
- Sources licensed Hygienists using a variety of recruiting and sourcing tools/methods and Social Media channels.
- Screens, qualifies, and makes recommendations for interviews.
- Works closely with the Academic team to recruit from colleges/universities and Hygiene programs; attends job fairs as required.
- Manages the candidate selection/interview process.
- Manages the negotiation, closing, and onboarding elements of candidate/new start relations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Job Related/Industry Experience: 3+ years of experience with full cycle recruitment, in a strategic, fast-paced setting. Healthcare experience a plus.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a fast paced environment.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency with recruiting systems and Excel.
- Ideal candidate resides in central or eastern standard time.
- Ability for occasional travel for team meetings and academic/networking events.
COMPENSATION
- Annual Pay Range: $70,000-75,000k with bonus opportunity
A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match.
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INTRODUCTION
The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S. and has supported over 20,000 healthcare professionals and team members at more than 1,300 health and wellness offices across 48 states in four distinct categories: dental care, urgent care, medical aesthetics, and animal health. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that healthcare can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of five consumer-facing businesses: Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and Lovet Pet Health Care. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.
As a reflection of current needs and continued growth, we are excited to offer the opportunity to join a dedicated recruiting team focused on sourcing and hiring Hygienists. Apply today to join an amazing team and support organization that provides non-clinical business support services to more than 1000 independently owned and operated Aspen Dental offices across the U.S. Our purpose? To care for the people who care for the patients, providing expert business support to the largest, fastest-growing branded network of dental practices in the country. This model makes it easier for independent, licensed practitioners to do what they do best.
Responsibilities
- Partners closely with managers to assess needs and develop a recruiting plan.
- Opens requisitions and posts job openings.
- Sources licensed Hygienists using a variety of recruiting and sourcing tools/methods and Social Media channels.
- Screens, qualifies, and makes recommendations for interviews.
- Works closely with the Academic team to recruit from colleges/universities and Hygiene programs; attends job fairs as required.
- Manages the candidate selection/interview process.
- Manages the negotiation, closing, and onboarding elements of candidate/new start relations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Job Related/Industry Experience: 3+ years of experience with full cycle recruitment, in a strategic, fast-paced setting. Healthcare experience a plus.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a fast paced environment.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency with recruiting systems and Excel.
- Ideal candidate resides in central or eastern standard time.
- Ability for occasional travel for team meetings and academic/networking events.
COMPENSATION
- Annual Pay Range: $70,000-75,000k with bonus opportunity
A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match.
If you are an applicant residing in California, please view our privacy policy here: https://careers.aspendental.com/us/en/tag-privacy-policy-for-california-employees
View CA Privacy Policy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Executive Talent Acquisition Manager
Target companies with established HR infrastructures
Large enterprises and global firms have dedicated legal and HR teams experienced with work authorization. They're far more likely to understand OPT and extend sponsorship than startups managing compliance for the first time.
Align your degree field to the role clearly
OPT requires your job to be directly related to your degree. Human resources, organizational behavior, business administration, and industrial-organizational psychology degrees map cleanly to talent acquisition roles. Document this connection explicitly in your application materials.
Lead with your full-cycle recruiting experience
Executive-level talent acquisition demands demonstrable experience managing complex hiring processes end-to-end. Highlight specific searches you've led, time-to-fill improvements, and executive placements. Metrics reduce employer hesitation around sponsorship conversations.
Raise OPT early in the process, not after an offer
Waiting until an offer is extended to mention work authorization creates friction. Briefly addressing your OPT status during the first interview, alongside your authorization timeline, keeps the process moving and avoids last-minute complications.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
If you hold a STEM-designated degree in a qualifying field, the 24-month extension gives employers up to three years of OPT-authorized employment before H-1B visa sponsorship is required. This significantly reduces the urgency employers feel around visa transitions.
Position yourself as a strategic hire, not a compliance risk
Executive talent acquisition directly impacts business performance. Frame your value in terms of leadership pipeline outcomes, cost-per-hire reductions, and retention rates. Employers focused on business impact weigh OPT sponsorship costs against that return differently.
Executive Talent Acquisition Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Executive Talent Acquisition Manager on OPT?
Yes, provided the role is directly related to your degree field. Degrees in human resources, business administration, organizational psychology, or a closely related discipline typically satisfy the OPT employment relationship requirement. The position must be paid and meet the standard definition of qualifying employment under your OPT authorization.
Does an Executive Talent Acquisition Manager role qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as industrial-organizational psychology, management information systems, or a qualifying business analytics program, you may be eligible for the 24-month extension. The role itself does not need to be classified as STEM. Check your degree program's CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility.
How do I find Executive Talent Acquisition Manager jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, so you're not sorting through roles that won't work for your situation. Executive talent acquisition roles with sponsorship-open employers appear on the platform, which saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering authorization issues late in the process.
Do I need to report an Executive Talent Acquisition Manager job to my DSO?
Yes. Any OPT employment must be reported to your designated school official within 10 days of starting. You'll need to provide your employer's name, address, job title, and start date. Failing to report employment on time can affect your SEVIS record and jeopardize your status, so treat this as a required step, not an optional one.
Will employers in talent acquisition understand OPT authorization?
Large companies with in-house HR and legal teams generally understand OPT well. Ironically, some smaller HR consultancies may be less familiar with work authorization processes despite being in the people space. When targeting executive-level roles, focus on organizations with existing international employee populations, which typically signals comfort with OPT and future visa sponsorship.