People-First HR Recruiter & Retention Coordinator

arcgno-jobs; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Greater New Orleans is seeking a motivated HR Recruitment and Retention Coordinator to support recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, and retention efforts across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in HR, strong communication and organizational skills, and experience with ATS/HRIS. Travel to ArcGNO locations and job fairs is required. This role emphasizes people-first, CARF-aligned practices within a nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field preferred.
• At least two years of experience in recruitment, onboarding, HR, or employee engagement preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, interviewing, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and confidential information.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, HRIS, or applicant-tracking systems preferred.
• Human services, disability services, nonprofit, or CARF experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Post job openings, screen applicants, and coordinate interviews.
• Complete reference checks, background screenings, and other pre-employment requirements.
• Conduct new-hire orientation and coordinate required training.
• Check in with new employees during their first 30 days.
• Conduct stay interviews and support employee recognition and engagement activities.
• Track recruitment, onboarding, turnover, and retention data.
• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records.
• Assist with CARF surveys, compliance audits, and other HR initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interviewing

Relationship-building

Education

HR/Business/OD degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

HRIS/ATS

Job description

The Arc of Greater New Orleans is seeking a motivated HR Recruitment and Retention Coordinator to support recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, and retention efforts across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in HR, strong communication and organizational skills, and experience with ATS/HRIS. Travel to ArcGNO locations and job fairs is required. This role emphasizes people-first, CARF-aligned practices within a nonprofit setting.