HR Recruiter (Entry-Level)

Mercy House Living Centers; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

PTO

FSA

EAP

403(b) retirement plan

Training & orientation

Mileage reimbursement

Referral program

Professional growth

Job summary

Mercy House Living Centers is seeking a Human Resources Recruitment Specialist in Santa Ana, CA. The role covers recruitment from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring compliance and positive candidate experience.

You will manage postings, screenings, scheduling interviews, and support new hire orientation while collaborating with the HR team to promote a strong employer brand.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and other HR-related software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Source and post job descriptions on multiple boards to attract candidates.
• Conduct phone screenings to assess qualifications and culture fit.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Perform background checks and verify references.
• Assist in offers and onboarding documentation.

Skills

HR software

ATS proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Pay: $22.00-$23.00/Hour
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m

Benefits Offered

• Flexible medical coverage options
• Voluntary dental, vision, life, accident, critical illness, and hospital insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 3% employer matching
• Paid on-the-job training and orientation
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Job Summary

The Human Resources (HR) Recruitment Specialist serves as a key liaison between Mercy House and prospective employees throughout the employee's life cycle: recruitment, orientation, and internal transitions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Candidate Sourcing

• Update and post job descriptions on various job boards and platforms to attract qualified candidates
• Maintain updated candidate applicant information on tracking systems and maintain accurate and up-to-date records
• Conduct phone screenings to assess candidates’ qualifications, experience, and cultural fit
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers
• Conduct reference and background checks and ensure compliance with relevant employment legislation and regulations
• Participate in recruitment marketing initiatives to enhance the organization’s reputation as an employer of choice
• Attend job fairs quarterly

Team Support

• Present company policies, procedures, and culture during new hire orientation sessions
• Assist in extending job offers and the onboarding process
• Updating new hire documents as necessary

Miscellaneous

• Attend staff meetings and quarterly trainings
• Enhance job performance by applying up-to-date professional and technical knowledge gained by attending seminars and conferences and reviewing professional publications
• Take initiative; demonstrate strong decision-making and organizational skills
• Initiate best practices; develop efficiency improvements
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned by your supervisor

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and other HR-related software

General

• Reliable transportation required
• A flexible work schedule including some schedule changes, some weekends, and evening shifts to meet the department’s needs
• Detail-oriented and computer proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel required
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, including sourcing strategies, candidate selection, and employment legislation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Physical Requirements

• Answer and respond to phone queries
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times