Human Resources Specialist - Recruiting at LIFE Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recruitment, Hiring Practices, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Customer Service Orientation, HR Compliance, Talent Sourcing, Proactive Methods, Microsoft Office, HRIS, ATS Databases, Diversity Initiatives, Candidate Experience, Relationship Building

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Job Summary: The HR Specialist plays a key role in attracting and hiring exceptional talent to support LIFE Pittsburgh’s mission of helping older adults maintain dignity and independence in the community. This position is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process, while building strong relationships with managers and candidates. The HR Specialist develops innovative recruitment strategies, actively seeks out new talent pipelines, and represents LIFE Pittsburgh as an employer of choice in the community. Essential Functions: Reflects and promotes LIFE Pittsburgh’s mission and core values in all recruitment activities. Leads full-cycle recruitment efforts, including proactive sourcing, screening, interviewing, and recommending qualified candidates to management. Partners with managers to understand staffing needs, provide recruitment expertise, and ensure timely, high-quality hires. Creates and maintains engaging job postings and recruitment advertisements; identifies and manages diverse sourcing channels (online platforms, community partners, print, audio, etc.). Coordinates interview processes, ensures completion of required documentation (e.g., interview notes, references), and guides managers through selection and hiring decisions. Facilitates offer process in collaboration with managers; ensures a seamless transition to onboarding. Develops and maintains relationships with colleges, career centers, and community organizations to strengthen talent pipelines and promote workforce diversity. Tracks, analyzes, and reports recruitment metrics to measure effectiveness and inform strategies. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and organizational employment laws, policies, and diversity initiatives. Assists with special projects, employee questions, and HR-related requests, escalating complex concerns as needed. Continuously seeks opportunities to enhance the recruitment process, candidate experience, and employer brand. May perform other essential and/or non-essential functions as assigned by the supervisor at any given time with or without notice. Requirements Education/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred. 1–3 years of experience in recruiting, interviewing, or related HR work; healthcare recruiting experience a plus. Knowledge /Skills / Abilities Strong knowledge of recruitment and hiring practices, with working knowledge of HR compliance and employment laws. Demonstrated ability to source and attract candidates through creative and proactive methods. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to build trust and rapport with candidates and managers at all levels. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/ATS databases. High level of customer service orientation and commitment to candidate experience. The position description is intended to describe the essential functions of the position and the general duties and responsibilities associated with the position. It is not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve overtime and; therefore, the description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time. Staff may be asked to perform essential and non-essential functions at any time with or without notice.

Responsibilities

The HR Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process and building strong relationships with managers and candidates. This includes sourcing, screening, interviewing, and recommending qualified candidates while promoting LIFE Pittsburgh’s mission and values.