Recruiting Manager

Goodwill Seattle•Seattle, WA

55d•$85,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager of Recruiting will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy to attract and hire mission-driven professionals. The ideal candidate is an experienced, highly motivated, and goal-oriented professional with a passion for social change and a deep understanding of the unique landscape of nonprofit hiring. This role requires a strategic mindset to build a diverse and qualified talent pipeline that reflects our organizational values and supports our mission.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Nonprofit management, or a related field.
5+ years of Recruiting experience, with at least 2 years in a management or senior-level role.
Demonstrated experience in recruiting for a wide variety of roles, from entry-level positions to specialized and senior-level staff.
Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruiting software.
Experience using various sourcing techniques, including job boards, social media, and professional networks.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the highest level of integrity.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization is highly preferred.
A Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or SHRM-CP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an innovative, full-cycle recruitment strategy that builds a high-quality and diverse talent pipeline.
Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic partner to hiring managers on recruitment best practices, policies, and procedures.
Manage and mentor a recruiting team, providing guidance and support to optimize search methodologies.
Employ creative and strategic sourcing methods, including leveraging professional networks, mission-aligned job boards (e.g., Idealist), and community partnerships to find both passive and active candidates.
Enhance the overall candidate experience, from initial outreach to the final offer, ensuring a fair, inclusive, and positive process.
Oversee the management of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to maintain accurate candidate data and track recruitment metrics.
Collaborate with department heads to create appropriate job postings and understand specific hiring needs. Serve as a primary point of contact and subject matter expert for hiring managers, helping them define position requirements and create effective recruitment plans.
Work with leadership and program teams to forecast staffing needs and ensure recruitment efforts are aligned with organizational growth.
Build and maintain relationships with external recruitment partners and professional networks that support the organization's hiring needs and DEI values.
Cultivate a strong and authentic employer brand that highlights the organization's impact and unique value proposition to attract mission-driven individuals.
Lead or coordinate recruitment events, such as career fairs and professional networking events, to increase visibility and brand awareness.
Ensure a seamless and welcoming onboarding process for new hires.
Ensure the recruitment process is fair, consistent, and legally compliant with all federal and state regulations.
Track and report recruitment metrics, such as time-to-hire, source of hire, and diversity statistics, to provide insights to leadership.
Analyze recruitment data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
Stay up-to-date on talent acquisition trends, best practices, and relevant labor laws and regulations.
Ensure all recruitment activities and hiring practices comply with relevant labor laws and internal policies.
Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of Recruiting professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a liaison between the People & Culture team and other departments to ensure a consistent new employee experience and alignment with broader business objectives.