HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Hope The Mission•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$0 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is the primary point of contact for recruiting across the entire organization. With many employees across multiple sites, keeping positions filled with qualified staff is essential to delivering on the mission every day. Working under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, this role manages the full recruitment cycle from posting to offer. That includes building candidate pipelines, coordinating with hiring managers, screening and interviewing applicants, verifying employment eligibility, and preparing offer letters. The Talent Acquisition Specialist also supports new hire onboarding and contributes to broader HR functions as needed. This role is responsible for keeping recruitment moving efficiently and professionally. Key performance indicators include time to hire, cost per hire, acceptance rates, and hiring manager satisfaction. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is the face of Hope the Mission for every candidate who enters the pipeline, and the quality of that experience reflects directly on the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and skills required for this role.
Minimum two years of experience in full-cycle recruiting or talent acquisition.
Experience managing applicant tracking systems and job posting platforms.
Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred.
Knowledge of California employment law as it applies to recruitment and hiring.
Manages a high-volume recruitment pipeline with attention to detail, follow-through, and responsiveness to hiring managers.
Communicates professionally in writing and verbally with candidates, staff, and leadership at all levels.
Exercises discretion with confidential candidate and employee information at all times.
Uses data to assess sourcing effectiveness, track key recruitment metrics, and inform strategy.
Proficient in ADP Workforce Now, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and internet-based applicant platforms.
Builds relationships with external partners, schools, and agencies to develop long-term candidate pipelines.
Manages competing priorities and deadlines without losing accuracy or responsiveness.
Applies sound judgment in screening decisions and candidate communications.
Background Screening – Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background checks as required per worksite.
Drug and Alcohol Testing – Candidates must pass pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with company policy.
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check – For roles requiring driving, employment is contingent upon an acceptable driving record.
Legal Eligibility to Work – Candidates must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the US.
Compliance with Company Policies and HIPAA standards – All employees must comply with company policies, including safety, confidentiality, and conduct standards.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must have proof of vehicle insurance coverage.
Must have a valid CA drivers license.
Must be able to qualify for HTM’s commercial insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage all active job postings across ADP, Indeed, and other platforms. Keep postings current, accurate, and professionally written.
Coordinate with hiring managers across the organization to identify open positions and determine staffing needs.
Develop and maintain talent pipelines through partnerships with agencies, schools, and community organizations.
Ensure all open positions are advertised internally and externally as appropriate. Maintain evergreen recruitment for high-turnover roles.
Strategically manage job posting budgets. Monitor ROI on paid postings and adjust sourcing strategies accordingly.
Identify and engage qualified candidate pools through resume review, prescreening, and active outreach.
Conduct candidate prescreens, phone interviews, and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.
Participate in hiring decisions in collaboration with hiring managers and HR leadership.
Verify employment eligibility for all candidates being considered for placement at Hope the Mission.
Prepare offer letters in coordination with hiring managers and in alignment with HR policy.
Ensure all job postings and job descriptions are accurate, professionally written, legally compliant, and aligned with HTM standards.
Maintain and update job descriptions in HR databases as positions evolve.
Ensure all recruitment activity complies with applicable federal and state employment law.
Coordinate new hire orientations when applicable.
Ensure new hire paperwork and onboarding steps are completed and processed in the HRIS system.
Collaborate with HR colleagues, Payroll, and Benefits staff to ensure proper processing for each new hire within the appropriate payroll cycle.
Provide administrative and operational support to the HR department as directed by the HR Director.
Assist with employee relations documentation, policy interpretation, disciplinary documentation, and termination processing as needed.
Complete other duties as assigned.