Human Resources & Recruitment Specialist

Johnson Ford•Bordentown Township, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

K Johnson Enterprises is seeking an organized, motivated, and experienced Human Resources & Recruitment Specialist to support its growing organization and leadership team. The role oversees recruitment, hiring, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, compliance, and staff-retention initiatives. The specialist works closely with department managers and leadership to identify staffing needs, attract qualified candidates, support employees, and maintain a positive, professional workplace culture while ensuring adherence to employment policies and regulations. The position manages the full recruitment cycle; new-hire onboarding and orientation; employee records and HR documentation; compliance with applicable federal, New Jersey, and local employment laws; employee relations and retention efforts; and staffing and workforce-planning support across departments. Success is evaluated through timely hiring, effective and consistent recruitment and onboarding processes, accurate documentation, strong manager collaboration, improved engagement and retention, and proactive identification of staffing and development needs. The role is full-time and located in Bordentown, New Jersey, and reports to the Owner.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of professional Human Resources experience, with significant recruitment and talent-acquisition experience.
Demonstrated success managing the full-cycle recruitment process.
Strong knowledge of HR practices, employee relations, and employment compliance.
Experience conducting interviews, evaluating candidates, and coordinating hiring decisions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, HR software, and online recruitment platforms.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent HR certification.
Experience in fitness, wellness, hospitality, recreation, or another service-oriented industry.
Experience recruiting for full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions.
Familiarity with New Jersey employment laws and workplace regulations.
Experience developing employee engagement and retention programs.
Knowledge of applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment reporting.

Responsibilities

Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring.
Partner with department managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
Create, update, and maintain job descriptions for all departments.
Post and manage employment opportunities across Indeed, social media, job boards, and other recruitment platforms.
Proactively source candidates, maintain a candidate pipeline, and coordinate initial phone screenings and interviews.
Organize and participate in job fairs, recruitment events, and community hiring initiatives.
Monitor recruitment performance, including time-to-fill, candidate quality, and hiring effectiveness, and identify improvements to hiring processes and turnover.
Oversee onboarding for new hires, ensure completion of employment documentation, coordinate applicable background checks and employment verification, and facilitate orientation.
Coordinate training with department managers, maintain confidential personnel files, improve onboarding procedures, and follow up with new employees about their transition.
Maintain employee records, documentation, certifications, training requirements, and expiration dates.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, New Jersey, and local employment laws and regulations.
Assist with developing, implementing, and enforcing policies and procedures; review and update handbooks, job descriptions, and HR documentation.
Support payroll administration by coordinating employee information, status changes, and documentation with appropriate personnel.
Maintain confidentiality and assist management with disciplinary documentation, performance improvement plans, and employee separations.
Serve as an employee resource on policies, workplace expectations, and HR questions; support management in resolving employee concerns and workplace conflicts.
Assist with performance evaluations and development initiatives; conduct employee check-ins and exit interviews.
Develop employee engagement, job satisfaction, and retention strategies; support recognition, team-building, and appreciation initiatives.
Promote a positive, inclusive, and professional workplace and reinforce the organization's values of Community, Growth, Teamwork, and Trust.
Collaborate with department managers on staffing levels and workforce planning, including seasonal programs such as Summer Camp, Aquatics, and Team Kids.
Provide hiring updates and recruitment reports to leadership; support managers with performance concerns, documentation, and HR best practices.
Assist with staffing transitions, promotions, and internal recruitment, and establish consistent hiring, onboarding, and employee-management procedures.
Participate in leadership meetings and contribute to organizational planning.