Talent Acquisition Partner

Good Shepherd Services; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

40+ Days of Paid Time Off

Personal Insurance

Pet Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services in New York City is hiring a Talent Acquisition Partner to lead full-cycle recruitment and build a strong talent pipeline for our programs serving children, youth and families. You will source, interview, and onboard candidates, using the Clear Company ATS and maintaining strong relationships with hiring managers.

The role requires at least 5 years in recruitment (preferably in social services), 2+ years in HR recruiting, and excellent communication and interpersonal

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of diversified recruitment experience, preferably in social services.
• At least 2 years in a HR Recruiting/Talent Acquisition role.
• Skilled in behavioral-based interviewing.
• Proficient with MS Office, ATS, ADP, and online recruiting platforms.
• Willing to travel around New York City for events and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for assigned roles, including sourcing, interviewing and selection.
• Utilize the Clear Company ATS to post openings, track progress and onboarding milestones.
• Train hiring managers on Clear Company usage and provide basic support.
• Conduct targeted outreach via email and text to promote events and engage candidates.
• Collaborate with managers to assess staffing needs and define role requirements.
• Serve as the primary recruitment contact and guide candidates through process.
• Develop relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Represent the organization at career fairs and events.
• Prepare and send offer letters and onboarding documents.

Skills

Behavioral interviewing

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Decision making

Time management

Tools

ATS

ADP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome prospective employees for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission.

Good Shepherd Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status or any other applicable protected classification , in any of our activities or operations.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance.

Good Shepherd Services (GSS) is a leading multi-service organization working to expand opportunities for children, youth, and families in historically underinvested NYC communities through academic enrichment, supportive housing, career development, and family well-being services. With a long-standing tradition of responding to critical community needs since the 1800s, today we work with over 30,000 participants and operate over 100 Programs in the Bronx, Brooklyn & Manhattan area. We are united by a common goal of creating opportunities to help our participants succeed at school, home and community.

We are seeking a motivated and strategic Talent Acquisition Partner to play a key role in identifying, engaging, and hiring exceptional talent to support our impactful programs and services. Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, you’ll be instrumental in shaping our recruitment efforts and ensuring every candidate has a positive and inclusive experience.

Reports To: Talent Acquisition Manager
Location: 305 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY
Hours: 35 Hours Week; Exempt
Salary Range: $72,948 - $81,054

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for assigned roles, including pro-active sourcing, interviewing, and selection.
• Utilize the Clear Company Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to:
  • Create and post job openings.
  • Track recruitment progress and onboarding milestones
  • Search resumes and manage candidate pipelines.
  • Communicate with internal candidates and hiring managers.
• Train hiring managers (in-person and remotely) on Clear Company usage and provide basic technical support.
• Conduct targeted outreach via email and text through Clear Company to promote recruiting events and engage high-potential candidates.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to assess staffing needs, define role requirements, and develop customized recruitment strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for recruitment-related inquiries and support.
• Guide both hiring managers and candidates through each stage of the recruitment process, offering expert consultation and troubleshooting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external recruiting partners.
• Conduct regular check-ins with hiring managers to evaluate recruitment effectiveness and refine strategies as needed.
• Employ diverse sourcing strategies, including online platforms, advertising, employee referrals, and networking.
• Represent the organization at career fairs and recruitment events at colleges and community organizations to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Assist with preparing and sending offer letters and onboarding documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of diversified recruitment experience, with a strong preference for experience in the social services sector.
• Minimum two years experience working in a Human Resource Department in a Recruiting/Talent Acquisition capacity required.
• Skilled in behavioral-based interviewing techniques.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Committed to delivering proactive customer service and adaptable in meeting dynamic staffing needs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), ADP, and various internet-based recruiting platforms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent organization and prioritization capabilities.
• Willing and able to travel throughout New York City via public transportation for recruitment events and site visits.

• Tuition Assistance 40+ Days of Paid Time Off
• Personal and Pet Insurance 403 (B) Retirement Plan