HR & Recruiting Specialist

Self Publishing, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO + paid holidays

401(k) option

Monthly self-care stipend

Job summary

Self Publishing, Inc. is seeking an HR & Recruiting Specialist in Austin, TX. This full-time, in-office role involves recruiting elite talent, managing onboarding processes, and fostering a strong company culture. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of relevant experience, thrive in fast-paced environments, and demonstrate strong communication and developmental skills. Exceptional perks include health insurance, PTO, and a mission-driven team environment dedicated to transforming lives through literature.

Qualifications

• Proven success hiring and developing high-performing talent.
• Experience managing end-to-end recruiting, onboarding, and performance systems.
• Track record of thriving in high-growth or performance-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Recruit elite, high-performing talent at volume.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, interviewing, and closing candidates.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding ensuring best-in-class experience.
• Drive initiatives to improve Employee Promoter Scores (EPS).
• Oversee payroll accuracy and HR compliance.

Skills

Recruiting elite talent

High emotional intelligence (EQ)

Fast-paced environment

Team development

Effective communication

Education

2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, or talent development

4+ years of HR or recruiting experience in a fast-paced setting

Tools

HR software (HRIS, ATS)

Job description

At SelfPublishing.com, we help people turn their ideas into bestselling books — and their books into movements that change lives.

We’ve helped thousands of authors publish, launch, and grow their impact — reaching millions of readers worldwide. Now, we’re growing our own team — and we’re looking for a HR & Recruiting Specialist who’s passionate about people, culture, and building an in-office community that inspires growth and excellence.

If you love recruiting elite talent, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and believe in creating a culture built on hard work, integrity, and impact — this might just be your dream role.

We help purpose-driven individuals achieve their goals through writing and publishing books. Our mission: help 100,000 people publish a book by 2035, impacting 120M+ lives through what we call Leveraged Impact. (You can hear more about it in our TEDx talk).

We’re not just helping people write books — we’re helping them change their lives.

Our students gain confidence, clarity, and opportunities they never imagined possible. We’ve built one of the highest success rates in online education because we genuinely care — about our authors, their stories, and the ripple effect they create.

Our philosophy:

• It’s not about the book — it’s about what the book does for you.
• Self-publishing isn’t just an option — it’s the best option.

We’re proud to have been named to the INC 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2022.

About the Role

As our HR & Recruiting Specialist, you’ll be the heartbeat of our culture — helping us attract, develop, and retain elite talent while fostering a thriving, high-performance team environment.

You’ll own recruiting, onboarding, and people operations from end to end — ensuring that every new hire not only fits our mission but raises the bar. You’ll play a key role in shaping in-person culture, improving team satisfaction, and driving growth through great people.

This is a full-time, in-office role at our West Lake Hills location in Austin, TX — perfect for someone who loves being around people, thrives on energy and collaboration, and leads by example.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Recruiting elite, high-performing talent at volume — managing 1–3 new hires per month
• Leading full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, interviewing, and closing top candidates
• Managing onboarding and offboarding to ensure every employee has a best-in-class experience
• Running performance management cycles and supporting leadership in growth conversations
• Driving initiatives that improve Employee Promoter Scores (EPS) and overall team culture
• Overseeing payroll accuracy and HR compliance
• Planning and executing employee engagement programs and in-person team events
• Building and reinforcing an in-office culture that values hard work, community, and accountability
• Partnering with leadership to strengthen hiring systems, internal SOPs, and long-term people development

The Type of Person Who Thrives Here

• You love people and get energy from interviewing, connecting, and developing others
• You can recruit elite talent at scale, and you know what great looks like
• You’re obsessed with learning and personal growth — both your own and your team’s
• You’re excited to build a strong in-office culture and sense of community
• You set the example — in presence, effort, and attitude
• You have a strong GSD (Get Stuff Done) mentality
• You share our values: hard work, personal responsibility, meritocracy, and excellence
• You have high EQ and can earn the respect of every team member
• You’re a succinct, clear communicator who gets to the point
• You’re fired up by fast‑paced environments where results matter and people grow fast
• 2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, or talent development
• Proven success hiring and developing high-performing talent
• Experience managing end-to-end recruiting, onboarding, and performance systems
• Proficiency with HR software (HRIS, ATS, etc.) and knowledge of HR compliance and payroll
• A track record of thriving in high-growth or performance-driven environments
• 4+ years of HR or recruiting experience in a fast-paced or startup setting
• Experience improving Employee Promoter Scores (EPS) or team culture metrics
• Background in community leadership (e.g. coworking spaces, church leadership, YoungLife, athletic coaching, or D2D sales teams)
• Prior experience in staffing, high-volume recruiting, or people development roles
• An athletic or competitive background — you love to win and help others do the same

The Pay

$50,000 – $80,000 / year (depending on experience)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO + paid holidays
• 401(k) option
• Monthly self-care stipend
• A mission-driven team helping people change their lives through books

Location: Austin, TX (West Lake Hills) — this role is in-office, 5 days a week

If you’re ready to help us grow a high-performing team, build a thriving culture, and make a lasting impact every day — we’d love to meet you.

Apply now and help us build the future of SelfPublishing.com.