Human Resource Specialist - Recruiting Job at Foundation Communities Inc in Aust

Company Overview

Foundation Communities (FC) is a local, homegrown nonprofit. Founded in 1990, we provide affordable, attractive homes and free on-site support services for thousands of families, veterans, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. We offer an innovative, proven model that empowers our residents and neighbors to achieve educational success, financial stability, and healthier lifestyles. We own and operate 29 communities all over Austin and in North Texas.

Position Summary: This full-time position focuses on the recruiting function and welcoming of new employees into a busy and dynamic nonprofit organization. The HR Recruiting Specialist will coordinate and build relationships with hiring managers to effectively recruit and hire permanent & seasonal staff. The HR Recruiting Specialist will create a recruitment plan to source for applicants and manage separations from employment.

Essential Job Functions

• Create recruitment plan strategy to find qualified applicants for new & hard-to-fill positions
• Coordinates updates to job descriptions with hiring managers as needed
• Conducts pre-employment process including background screens
• Conducts E-Verify to enforce I-9 policy & record retention
• Conducts new hire orientation for all new and returning staff
• Monitors hiring inbox, posts jobs on applicant tracking system, and shares openings internally with staff
• Posts open positions on other strategic websites and hiring boards
• Coordinates hiring timeline and tasks for seasonal programs with seasonal admin & supervisors
• Oversees and tracks employee referral programs
• Responds to employees hiring & recruitment questions & conducts hiring manager training
• Issues offer letters and status change letters
• Processes terminations, coordinating with payroll, and conducts exit interviews
• Updates monthly turnover report
• Conducts 30-day new hire check-ins
• Updates FC Org chart with changes monthly
• Files annual EEO-1 report
• Conducts annual Conflict of Interest process
• Assists with employee engagement survey
• Special projects as assigned
• Other duties as needed

Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Preferred 2 years’ HR experience recruiting, hiring, & conducting new hire orientation
• Able to build collaborative & effective relationships with hiring managers
• Ability to deliver presentations & onboard virtually. HRIS & ATS experience preferred
• Familiarity with employment laws related to hiring and knowledge of I-9 administration
• Excellent presentation and customer service skills; well organized & detail oriented
• Handle sensitive employment information with discretion & confidentiality
• Bi-lingual and non-profit work experience a plus
• ADP Workforce Now experience preferred

Working Conditions:

General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. Hybrid remote option.

Physical Requirements:

General office-based demands including remaining in the seated position with occasional standing and walking.

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.