Talent Acquisition Specialist

Woodcraft Rangers•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is on the front lines of Woodcraft Rangers' ability to hire qualified, mission-aligned staff across Los Angeles, the San Gabriel Valley, and the Inland Empire. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is a key driver of pipeline health, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes, partnering closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager and Hiring Managers to meet staffing goals across all seasons. The ideal candidate believes that every candidate interaction is a reflection of who Woodcraft Rangers is. They thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and genuinely enjoy the hunt — building relationships, uncovering talent, and guiding candidates through a process that feels personal, not transactional. They move with urgency, stay organized across multiple open roles, and bring both warmth and professionalism to every touchpoint. They believe that recruiting is a service — to candidates, to hiring managers, and ultimately to the young people whose futures depend on the quality of the team we build.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in talent acquisition, full-cycle recruiting, or a closely related HR function
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field — or equivalent work experience
Demonstrated experience sourcing candidates through multiple channels, including digital platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, Handshake) and community-based outreach
Experience coordinating or participating in in-person and virtual recruiting events
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage candidates, Hiring Managers, and community partners at all levels
Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple open requisitions and competing priorities simultaneously
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting in a high-volume, mission-driven, nonprofit, education, or community-based organization is a plus
Proficiency with modern ATS platforms and comfort using AI tools (e.g., Claude) and project management tools (e.g., Notion) to improve recruiting efficiency
Familiarity with California employment law and fair hiring/EEOC compliance practices
Experience recruiting in bilingual (English/Spanish) environments
Knowledge of Gen Z workforce trends and digital sourcing strategies
SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent HR certification

Responsibilities

Execute full-cycle recruiting for assigned requisitions, including frontline program staff, HQ roles, and high-volume seasonal hiring across multiple regions
Source candidates through job boards, social media, college and university partnerships, community organizations, workforce development boards, and employee referrals
Build and maintain a healthy, year-round pipeline of qualified candidates for recurring and anticipated staffing needs
Conduct initial phone and video screens to assess candidate qualifications, availability, and alignment with Woodcraft Rangers' mission and culture
Coordinate and schedule all interviews — phone, video, and in-person — between candidates and Hiring Managers or interview panels
Manage candidate communications throughout the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring timely, professional, and encouraging touchpoints at every stage
Champion a positive, equitable, and welcoming candidate experience from first contact through onboarding handoff
Represent Woodcraft Rangers at job fairs, community events, campus recruiting sessions, and hiring events — managing logistics and converting attendance into pipeline
Post and manage job listings across internal and external platforms, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment
Track, analyze, and act on recruiting metrics (e.g., applicant volume, time-to-fill, source effectiveness, interview-to-offer ratios) to continuously improve hiring outcomes
Partner with the Talent Acquisition Manager to execute season-aligned hiring plans and surface pipeline risks or bottlenecks in a timely manner
Leverage ATS, project management, and AI tools to manage workflows, track requisitions, and improve efficiency
Provide recruiting and administrative support during peak hiring seasons or team absence
Perform other duties as assigned in support of Woodcraft Rangers' talent and people experience objectives
Own assigned requisition performance, ensuring timely movement of candidates through each stage of the hiring process