HR Recruiting Specialist

WEST SIDE FED SR.SUP•New York, NY

4d•$33 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing, Inc. (WSFSSH) is seeking a Recruiting Specialist to manage high-volume recruitment efforts for "front of building" roles, including front desk staff, porters, kitchen staff, Program Aides, and Personal Care Aides. This role requires a strong focus on candidate quality and experience, ensuring timely hiring to meet operational and program needs.

Requirements

Ability to fill high-volume roles within tight timelines
Demonstrated ability to balance speed and quality in hiring
Experience administering and managing complex background checks while adhering to Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience building candidate pipelines proactively (not just reacting)
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent of education and work experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience in high-volume recruiting
Hands-on experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS), such as ADP Workforce Now, Sage, UKG, or similar platforms

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with recruiting for frontline or service-based roles
Experience working in a nonprofit organization

Responsibilities

Lead high-volume hiring efforts while ensuring a high standard of candidate quality
Source candidates through job boards, referrals, community outreach, and other recruiting channels
Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate hiring processes with department managers
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, workforce planning, and hiring priorities
Provide a consultative approach to recruitment, aligning on candidate profiles and hiring strategies
Administer and coordinate complex background checks and pre-employment requirements
Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and hiring regulations (e.g., FCRA, EEO)
Oversee onboarding of new hires, including completion and compliance of I-9 employment eligibility verification and related employment documentation
Support a smooth and timely transition from offer acceptance through start date
Maintain accurate candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
Track and analyze recruiting metrics, candidate flow, and source effectiveness
Ensure timely hiring to meet operational and program needs
Deliver a high-quality, responsive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process