Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Hope Learning Center•Wexford, PA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Hope is a premier provider of educational and therapeutic services for children with special needs throughout the North Pittsburgh region. We are a model of excellence, a safe haven for students, and a steady advocate for families who need our support. Guided by compassion, integrity, innovation, perseverance, and teamwork, our multidisciplinary team takes a best-practices approach to helping every student succeed. We will always be a source of hope. As the Talent Acquisition Specialist at Hope, you will lead the organization's full-cycle recruitment process, helping attract, hire, and onboard exceptional employees who align with our mission and values. You'll partner closely with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, source qualified candidates, coordinate interviews, manage pre-employment requirements, and ensure every new hire has a seamless onboarding experience. From the initial job posting through Day 1 Orientation, you'll play a key role in creating an outstanding candidate and employee experience while ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. If you're an organized, relationship-focused professional who enjoys recruiting top talent and creating positive first impressions, we'd love to meet you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
Two or more years of full-cycle recruiting, talent acquisition, or Human Resources experience preferred
Experience coordinating onboarding and employment documentation preferred
Knowledge of employment laws, hiring best practices, and recruitment strategies
Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms preferred
Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple open positions while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
Strong customer service mindset with the ability to build positive relationships with candidates and hiring managers
Passion for supporting a mission-driven organization
Act 33 – PA Child Abuse History Clearance
Act 34 – PA State Criminal History Clearance
Act 114 – FBI Clearance (Department of Education)
Act 126 – Mandated Reporter Training
CPR/First Aid Certification
TB Test & Physical

Responsibilities

Lead Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage all phases of the recruitment process, including posting positions, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting phone interviews, coordinating hiring manager interviews, extending offers, and maintaining consistent communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
Build Strong Talent Pipelines: Develop proactive recruiting strategies using job boards, networking, employee referrals, community partnerships, career fairs, and social media to attract qualified candidates for current and future staffing needs.
Manage Pre-Employment Requirements: Coordinate and monitor all required pre-employment documentation, ensuring candidates complete all necessary employment forms, background checks, clearances, certifications, and onboarding requirements prior to their start date.
Track Required Clearances & Compliance: Maintain accurate records and monitor completion of required employment clearances and onboarding documents. Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate New Hire Onboarding: Prepare new hire paperwork, coordinate onboarding schedules, facilitate Day 1 Orientation, and ensure new employees receive the information, resources, and support needed for a successful start.
Partner with Hiring Managers: Serve as a trusted recruiting partner by understanding staffing needs, providing hiring recommendations, coordinating interview schedules, and supporting timely hiring decisions.
Deliver an Exceptional Candidate Experience: Represent Hope with professionalism and enthusiasm while maintaining consistent communication throughout the hiring process, ensuring candidates have a positive experience from application through onboarding.
Maintain Recruitment Data: Utilize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and HRIS to maintain accurate candidate records, generate recruitment reports, track hiring metrics, and support continuous improvement initiatives.