This is a remote position.
Contract Length: ASAP until August 31st, 2026
About YES USA
YES USA is an education company dedicated to creating enriching cultural and academic experiences for international students. We offer a range of programs — including summer and winter camps, customized group tours, and year-round high school exchange programs— that combine English learning, cultural exploration, and engaging activities across top U.S. destinations. Our mission is to provide international students with a supportive environment where they can learn, grow, and experience American life in a meaningful way.
Position Overview
This role is ideal for a hands-on HR Professional who enjoys working with highly seasonal workforces and building practical HR structure in a growing organization.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition
- Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for both seasonal and full-time positions.
- Source candidates through job boards, social media, employee referrals, and other channels.
- Review applications and resumes to identify strong matches for open roles.
- Maintain and expand a talent pipeline to support ongoing and future staffing needs.
Candidate Screening and Interviews
- Conduct phone, video, and in-person interviews to assess candidates’ skills, experience, and fit with YES USA’s culture.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and department directors.
- Ensure clear, timely, and professional communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
Onboarding and HR Support
- Oversee onboarding for new hires, ensuring all required documentation is complete and accurate.
- Collaborate with the Managing Directors and department leads to ensure smooth integration of new employees.
- Maintain personnel records and assist with HR administrative tasks as needed.
- Support staff training initiatives and assist with pre-season and mid-season training and logistics.
Collaboration and Reporting
- Partner with department heads (Academic, Excursions, Operations, and Administration) to understand staffing needs and role requirements.
- Track recruitment metrics and prepare regular reports on hiring progress and outcomes.
- Participate in regular team meetings to discuss recruitment goals, staffing challenges, and process improvements.
Recruitment Marketing
- Promote YES USA and its employment opportunities through engaging job postings, social media, and career events.
- Represent YES USA at job fairs and recruitment events to build brand visibility and attract talent.
- Collaborate with the Marketing team to enhance employer branding initiatives.
HR Advisory & Consulting
- Act as a strategic HR partner to the Managing Director and leadership team.
- Advise on pay structures, compensation bands, seasonal rates, role classification, ATS systems, more efficient processes, etc.
- Provide guidance on payroll processes
- Support leadership with HR-related decision-making, risk awareness, and best practices.
- Assist in developing scalable HR frameworks appropriate for a seasonal workforce (policies, guidelines, templates).
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in HR . Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport and manage relationships.
- Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), job boards, and recruitment platforms.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to hiring top talent aligned with YES USA’s mission.