Senior Manager Talent Acquisition

BKV Corporation (NYSE: BKV) is a forward-thinking, growth-driven energy company building the future of low-carbon energy and reliable baseload power. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, we are the largest natural gas producer by gross operated volume in the Barnett Shale — and we’re just getting started.

At BKV, we don’t just operate assets — we build integrated solutions. Our end-to-end, closed-loop energy platform spans upstream production, midstream infrastructure, natural gas-fired power generation, and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). This differentiated model allows us to solve our customers’ toughest energy challenges while meeting growing power demand and advancing a carbon-neutral future. But what truly sets us apart is our people.

We are a fast-paced, high-performance team of go-getters who thrive on challenge and think beyond convention. We push the envelope on innovation, continuously optimizing and scaling our platform to drive sustainable growth and long-term, risk-adjusted shareholder value. If you’re energized by big goals, bold ideas, and the opportunity to build something transformational, you’ll feel right at home here.

At BKV, you won’t just contribute — you’ll lead, create, and shape the future of energy.

Learn more at www.bkv.com

Job Summary

The Senior Manager Talent Acquisition leads the strategy, design, and execution of all recruiting activities at BKV Corp. This player/coach role is responsible for building a high-performing talent acquisition function that attracts, engages, and hires top talent across the organization. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with proven expertise in scaling recruiting operations, enhancing employer brand, optimizing recruiting technology, and partnering closely with business leaders to meet workforce needs.

This role reports to the Director of Human Resources and manages a team of contract recruiters and a talent acquisition coordinator.

Demonstrates integrity, accountability and transparency; upholds BKV standards, values and culture.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned to BKV’s business priorities and growth plans.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing TA team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Build strong partnerships with HR, hiring managers, executives, and other stakeholders to understand workforce needs and ensure aligned recruiting approaches.
• Use workforce analytics, labor market insights, and hiring trend data to guide recruitment planning.
• Establish and monitor TA KPIs (time-to-fill, quality of hire, candidate pipeline metrics, etc.) and provide regular reporting and insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure all recruiting practices and processes comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policy.
• Drive diversity hiring initiatives and embed inclusive recruiting practices across the TA lifecycle.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of recruiting processes, tools, and workflows to ensure efficiency, scalability, and a high-quality experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Manage external recruitment agencies, job boards, and third-party vendors, ensuring service value, quality, and cost effectiveness.
  
  

Full-Cycle Recruiting

• Own and execute full cycle recruitment for senior level, niche, or high priority roles across the organization.
• Ensure excellent candidate experience through timely communication, professionalism, and transparency throughout the hiring process, from initial engagement, interview cycle, offer, and onboarding.
• Partner directly with hiring managers to define role requirements, develop competency-based interview guides, and set clear recruitment strategies and timelines.
• Create compelling job postings and source active and passive candidates using multiple channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, niche sites, employee referrals, social media, events, and targeted outreach.
• Screen candidates for both technical capability and cultural alignment, conducting resume reviews and video interviews.
• Coordinate and facilitate interview processes, ensuring structured, consistent, and inclusive assessment practices.
• Maintain high-quality candidate records and workflow tracking within the database.
  
  

Cross Functional Collaboration & Program Development

• Partner with HR, Learning & Development, and business leaders to design talent pipelines such as internship programs, early career initiatives, professional networking, and workforce planning strategies.
• Collaborate with the HR team to ensure smooth onboarding processes and help build strong employee engagement from day one.
• Support organizational initiatives related to culture, DEI, process improvement, and change management.
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field required.
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, or Human Resources, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Demonstrated success building, leading, and developing high performing recruiting teams within fast paced, high growth, or multisite environments.
• Strong background in designing and implementing scalable recruiting processes, tools, and technologies.
• Prior experience managing external vendors, job boards, search firms, and recruitment marketing partners.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); experience implementing or optimizing an ATS strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of labor market analytics, sourcing tools, and recruitment technologies (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, CRM platforms, job boards, AI recruiting tools).
• Knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
• Advanced ability to build dashboards, interpret recruiting data, and translate insights into strategy and action.
  
  

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to build TA strategies aligned to organizational goals, workforce plans, and business needs.
• People Leadership: Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and inspire a high performing team.
• Collaboration & Influence: Skilled at partnering with executives, hiring managers, and cross functional teams to drive alignment and appropriate outcomes.
• Candidate Experience Orientation: Commitment to delivering a best-in-class experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Project & Process Management: Ability to implement structured workflows, manage multiple priorities, and drive operational excellence.
• DEI Focus: Strong understanding of inclusive recruiting practices and experience leading diversity hiring initiatives.
• Communication: Clear, professional, and persuasive communicator across written, verbal, and presentation formats.
• Analytical Mindset: Comfortable with data driven decision making, metrics, insights, and continuous improvement.
• Agility & Adaptability: Thrives in a fast paced, evolving environment with competing priorities.
  
  

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Location

• This position is based in the BKV Fort Worth Office.
• Some travel (up to 5%) may be required.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with standard business hours; extended hours may be required depending on business needs. May occasionally be exposed to distracting noise while sharing office space with others.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to operate a computer, telephone, and other office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with 6% employer match.
• Paid time off and 12 company holidays per year.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Statement

BKV Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

BKV Corporation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process may contact Human Resources