HR Recruiting Specialist

LAUNCH Technical Workfo•Oak Brook, IL
•$65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The HR Recruiting Specialist manages the full recruitment lifecycle for internal staff roles at all levels, working with business leaders to identify hiring needs and develop job descriptions. The role creates and manages job advertisements, reviews applications, develops sourcing strategies, coordinates interviews and candidate feedback, and keeps hiring managers and HR informed about open positions. It also supports staffing budgets and salary bands in collaboration with the CHRO, answers candidate questions, and develops college recruiting relationships and events. The specialist maintains organizational charts and job descriptions, follows resume-retention policies, and ensures recruiting activities comply with applicable laws and company policies. The role conducts pre- and post-offer activities, including reference and background checks, onboarding, new-hire communications, arrangements for hardware and software with the IT provider, and new-hire presentations about company policies. It also partners with the Senior HR Coordinator on daily operations and special projects, and with the Director of HR to review and implement HR tools. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3–5 years in an HR or recruiting role.
  • Associate degree required.
  • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and sourcing platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter.
  • Proven ability to attract, assess, and close top talent.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to drive accomplishments as a self-starter.
  • Ability to build rapport with internal staff.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive, and dynamic environment.
  • Strong influencing and reasoning skills.
  • Ability to travel if needed.
  • Comfort recruiting for all LAUNCH locations.
  • Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills.
  • Meticulous approach to work and attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain high-quality work and meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Eagerness to learn about the aviation industry.
  • Ability to adhere to LAUNCH's Mission and Values.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience in the staffing industry.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Prior experience with campus recruiting or early-career programs.
  • Experience recruiting for sales and/or recruiting positions.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for internal staff roles at all levels.
  • Collaborate with business leaders to determine hiring needs and create job descriptions.
  • Create and manage advertisements for internal openings on job boards, social media, and school career pages.
  • Review online applications and identify qualified resumes for hiring managers.
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies using job boards, networking, social media, referrals, and campus partnerships.
  • Manage interview scheduling, the interview process, and candidate feedback.
  • Collaborate with the CHRO to create and maintain the staffing budget and salary bands.
  • Report the status of open positions to hiring managers and HR.
  • Answer candidate questions about benefits, culture, and the application process.
  • Create a college recruitment strategy, build university relationships, and coordinate campus events and career fairs.
  • Stay current on the company's organizational structure, HR policies, and state and federal employment and hiring laws.
  • Ensure recruiting compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Create and maintain organizational charts and detailed job descriptions.
  • Follow internal retention policies for resumes, applications, and other recruiting materials.
  • Conduct pre- and post-offer duties, including reference checks, background checks, and onboarding.
  • Serve as employees' main point of contact leading up to their start date.
  • Contact new hires before their first day to discuss reporting instructions.
  • Partner with the IT provider to arrange hardware and software for new employees.
  • Deliver new-hire presentations on company policies in a timely manner.
  • Partner with the Senior HR Coordinator on day-to-day operations and special projects, including Open Enrollment, ACA Reporting, and the 401(k) Audit.
  • Partner with the Director of HR to review and implement HR tools as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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