Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a mission-focused organization serving individuals, children, and families in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract position will lead talent acquisition activities for roles tied to education, behavioral health, social services, and family support programs. The recruiter will help strengthen the workforce by identifying candidates with relevant experience, creating a positive hiring experience, and expanding outreach strategies that connect with diverse talent communities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned openings, from intake meetings and sourcing strategy through interviews, offers, and hiring coordination.
• Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines using direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and community-based outreach methods.
• Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to evaluate experience, skills, and alignment with role requirements.
• Oversee applicant tracking system activity, ensuring postings, candidate records, and recruitment updates remain accurate and organized.
• Prepare hiring reports and recruitment metrics to support workforce planning and improve talent acquisition outcomes.
• Coordinate pre-employment steps and onboarding logistics to help new hires transition smoothly into their roles.
• Represent the organization at job fairs, recruiting events, and community engagement activities to increase visibility and attract talent.
• Develop partnerships with colleges, workforce programs, community organizations, and industry associations to broaden sourcing channels and support diverse hiring initiatives.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruiting across multiple openings and departments.
• Strong background in sourcing candidates through job boards, networking, events, and proactive outreach.
• Ability to conduct structured interviews and assess candidate qualifications effectively.
• Hands-on experience using applicant tracking systems to manage hiring workflows and documentation.
• Familiarity with recruitment reporting, pipeline tracking, and other talent acquisition metrics.
• Knowledge of onboarding and pre-employment coordination processes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills for working with candidates, hiring teams, and external partners.