HR Recruiter - Entry-Level (6979)

Paycom - ATS; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy House is seeking a Recruitment Specialist in Santa Ana, CA. You will manage candidate sourcing, postings, and screenings, coordinating interviews with hiring managers and handling reference checks.

You will also assist with orientation, offers, onboarding, and updating new hire documents. A flexible schedule and the ability to handle multiple tasks with accuracy are required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems and HR software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices and employment legislation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing candidates by updating and posting job descriptions on job boards.
• Screen candidates by phone and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Conduct reference/background checks and ensure legal compliance.
• Assist in recruitment marketing and attend job fairs quarterly.
• Present policies and culture during new hire orientation, extend offers, and support onboarding.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing training; support efficiency improvements.

Skills

Applicant Tracking Systems

Communication

Organization

MS Word

MS Excel

Recruitment knowledge

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Golden Circle - Santa Ana, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $22.00 - $23.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Human Resources, 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 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

Qualifications: 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