Director Talent Management - HR Talent Aquisition and Talent Management - Akron FirstEnergy Hea

Position: Director Talent Management - HR Talent Aquisition and Talent Management - Akron FirstEnergy Hea[...]

First Energy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

First Energy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, First Energy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity

This is an open position with the First Energy Service Company, a subsidiary of First Energy Corporation.

Direct Reports: Talent Management team, including Onboarding Program Specialist

Location: THIS POSITION IS ON-SITE AT THE AKRON - FEHQ

Position Summary

The Director of Talent Management at First Energy will lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide talent strategies that support performance management, succession planning, leadership development, workforce planning, and onboarding. This role is critical to building a high-performing, inclusive, and future-ready workforce aligned with First Energy’s strategic goals. The Director will partner closely with HR Business Partners, Finance, and senior leaders to ensure talent programs are data-driven, scalable, and integrated across the employee lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities Talent Management

• Develop and implement talent strategies aligned with First Energy’s mission, values, and leadership competencies.
• Lead enterprise-wide performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and development planning.
• Drive talent reviews and succession planning to identify and develop future leaders.
• Align leadership development programs with succession pipelines and business needs.
• Promote a culture of accountability, growth, and engagement through structured talent practices.

Workforce Planning

• Forecast headcount needs aligned to operational and financial plans.
• Partner with HRBPs and Finance to model workforce scenarios, including growth, attrition, and retirements.
• Identify talent gaps and succession risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support organizational design and transformation initiatives with data-driven insights and planning tools.

Onboarding Strategy

• Oversee the enterprise onboarding strategy, including the executive onboarding experience.
• Ensure onboarding programs align with performance, development, and engagement goals.
• Manage the Onboarding Program Manager and ensure cross-functional coordination with HRIS, IT, Facilities, and Communications.
• Monitor onboarding effectiveness and drive continuous improvement through feedback and analytics.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and develop the Talent Management team, providing coaching, direction, and performance management.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to HR and business leaders on talent-related initiatives.
• Ensure alignment of talent programs with broader HR systems, policies, and processes.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all talent practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or related field;
  Master’s preferred.
• 10 years of progressive experience in talent management, workforce planning, and HR leadership.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage complex programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience with talent systems (e.g., Oracle HCM, Workday, Success Factors) and analytics tools.
• Experience in regulated industries or utilities is a plus.

Preferred Attributes

• Strategic mindset with a passion for employee development and engagement.
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on inclusion and innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At First Energy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business…