Recruiter

Lauren's Institute for Education; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid breaks

Holidays off

401K match

Educational discounts

Job summary

Lauren's Institute for Education in Gilbert, AZ, seeks an HR Recruiter/Coordinator to manage the full recruitment cycle and hire talent aligned with the organization’s mission.

The role requires 1–3 years in recruiting or HR, a high school diploma, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; benefits include health, dental, vision, and paid time off.

This on-site position offers a salary range of $40,000 to $50,000, with 401(k) matching and other perks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or eligibility.
• Basic knowledge of recruitment processes (job postings, resume screening, interviewing).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• 1-3 years of recruiting, HR, or administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing the full recruitment process, including job postings, resume review, interviews, and reference checks.
• Hire quality talent and place them in roles that align with skills and organization needs.
• Meet deadlines and hiring cycle demands by performing responsibilities promptly and organized.
• Assist with conducting candidate interviews (phone, virtual, in-person) using evaluation criteria.
• Assist with preparing and sending offer letters, onboarding communication, and required documentation.
• Assist with onboarding processes and orientation to ensure new hires meet requirements.
• Represent the company’s mission and culture to new hires, fostering alignment from day one.
• Maintain accurate ATS records and recruitment reports.
• Assist with organizing recruitment data for leadership presentations.
• Represent L.I.F.E. at job fairs, hiring events, and networking opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and organizational hiring policies.
• Assist with onboarding progress tracking, retention data, and exit documentation.
• Support the HR Supervisor with recruitment tasks and other duties as needed.
• Attend departmental meetings to coordinate staffing needs.

Skills

Confidentiality

Recruitment processes

Communication

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

HR/Administrative experience

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Tools

ATS/HRIS system

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working at L.I.F.E.:

Salary: $40,000 - $50,000 Dependent on experience

Great Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Spring, Fall and Winter Paid breaks
• 12 Paid Holidays after 90 days
• PTO that grows with you: 2 weeks (3 after 2 years)
• Wellness Program: earn rewards + insurance discounts
• 401K + Roth plans with company match
• Partial Paid FMLA
• This equates to an added 20 - 25% in potential benefits for total compensation.

Awesome Perks:

• 5 free L.I.F.E. shirts to start, with seasonal restocks
• Monthly cupcakes, football treats, and staff celebrations
• Employee of the Month gift + parking spot
• Birthday gifts + recognition for service milestones
• Department budgets for staff-requested items
• Discounted degree options + in-house trainings
• Eligible for federal student loan forgiveness (L.I.F.E. is a 501(c)(3))
• 10-acre facility with a thoughtfully designed and beautiful outdoor environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with managing the full recruitment process, including job postings, resume review, interviews, and reference checks.
• Hire quality talentand place them in roles that align with their skills and the organization’s needs, ensuring a timely and efficient hiring process.
• Meet deadlines and hiring cycle demandsby performing all responsibilities in a timely and organized manner.
• Assist with conducting candidate interviews (phone, virtual, and in-person) using standardized evaluation criteria.
• Assist with preparing and sending offer letters, onboarding communication, and required documentation.
• Assist with onboarding processes and orientation to ensure new hires meet DDD requirements and complete all documentation.
• Represent the company’s mission and cultureto new hires, fostering alignment and enthusiasm from day one.
• Maintain accurate ATS records and recruitment reports.
• Assist with preparing clean, organized reports for HR Supervisor review.
• Assist with organizing recruitment and onboarding data for leadership presentations.
• Represent L.I.F.E. at job fairs, hiring events, and networking opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and organizational hiring policies.
• Assist with tracking onboarding progress, retention data, and exit interview documentation.
• Support the HR Supervisorwith recruitment-related tasks and other duties as needed.
• Attends departmental meetings as needed to coordinate staffing needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (or eligibility to obtain).
• Basic knowledge of recruitment processes (job postings, resume screening, interviewing).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• 1-3 years of recruiting, HR, or administrative experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or related field.
• Prior experience in a recruitment, HR, or administrative role (internships and volunteer work welcome).
• Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or HRIS platform.
• Familiarity with Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) hiring requirements and certifications.

Physical Demands:

This position requires a combination of routine administrative activity and occasional physical tasks. Employees must be able to:

• Sit, communicate, and remain attentive to surroundings for extended periods
• Occasionally stand, walk, bend, kneel, or reach as part of daily responsibilities
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds when assisting consumers with mobility, transfers, equipment, or program materials
• Push or move items up to 50 pounds, such as wheelchairs, furniture, or supplies
• Maintain adequate vision (close, distance, and peripheral) to complete job-related tasks safely and effectively