HR Recruiter - Entry-Level

Paycom - ATS; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy House is seeking a Recruitment Specialist in Santa Ana, CA. The role supports staffing from sourcing through onboarding, engaging with candidates and hiring managers to ensure a smooth life-cycle experience.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with hourly pay of $22.00-$23.00 and a schedule that includes weekdays with some variability to meet department needs. Strong communication and HR software skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and HR software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Post and update job descriptions on job boards and platforms.
• Screen candidates via phone to assess qualifications and culture fit.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Perform reference and background checks and ensure compliance with laws.
• Support recruitment marketing and attend job fairs.
• Assist with job offers and onboarding processes.

Skills

Recruiting best practices

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

MS Word & Excel

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

MS 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.The 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 SourcingUpdate and post job descriptions on various job boards and platforms to attract qualified candidatesMaintain updated candidate applicant information on tracking systems and maintain accurate and up-to-date recordsConduct phone screenings to assess candidates’ qualifications, experience, and cultural fitSchedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managersConduct reference and background checks and ensure compliance with relevant employment legislation and regulationsParticipate in recruitment marketing initiatives to enhance the organization’s reputation as an employer of choiceAttend job fairs quarterlyTeam SupportPresent company policies, procedures, and culture during new hire orientation sessionsAssist in extending job offers and the onboarding processUpdating new hire documents as necessaryMiscellaneousAttend staff meetings and quarterly trainingsEnhance job performance by applying up-to-date professional and technical knowledge gained by attending seminars and conferences and reviewing professional publicationsTake initiative; demonstrate strong decision-making and organizational skillsInitiate best practices; develop efficiency improvementsParticipate in special projects and other duties as assigned by your supervisorEducation and ExperienceProficiency in applicant tracking systems and other HR-related softwareGeneralReliable transportation requiredA flexible work schedule including some schedule changes, some weekends, and evening shifts to meet the department’s needsDetail-oriented and computer proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel requiredKnowledge of recruitment best practices, including sourcing strategies, candidate selection, and employment legislationExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to work independently and in a team environmentPhysical RequirementsAnswer and respond to phone queriesProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times