Talent Acquisition Specialist II - Job# 1059 at North County Regional

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

47.48

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, Human Resources, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Negotiation Skills, Mentoring, Problem Solving, Workforce Planning, Employment Laws, Recruitment Analytics, Sourcing

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST II The Organization North Los Angeles County Regional Center “NLACRC” is a private, non-profit agency that is contracted with the State of California, Department of Developmental Services, to provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. NLACRC is one of the largest regional centers in California and has proudly served the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, and Antelope Valley since 1974. We serve individuals across the lifespan from infants and toddlers, school age children, transition-age youth, to adults and aging adults. Department / Location: Human Resources / San Fernando Valley (Chatsworth) Position Summary The Talent Acquisition Specialist II manages and executes full-cycle recruitment for the North Los Angeles County Regional Center (NLACRC). This position develops strategic recruitment initiatives, builds relationships with hiring managers and community partners, and leads efforts to attract and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The Specialist II operates with greater autonomy and provides mentorship and guidance to junior recruiting staff. Reports to: Human Resources Recruiting Manager ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Recruiting Duties: * Assist with full-cycle recruitment for a variety of positions, including job postings, resume review, candidate screening, and interview scheduling. * Source qualified candidates through multiple channels such as job boards, community outreach, social media, and employee referrals. * Communicate regularly with candidates and hiring managers to coordinate interviews and updates. * Maintain applicant tracking data and candidate records in ADP ATS and other recruitment systems. * Assist in the preparation of offer letters, onboarding materials, and pre-employment documentation, including background checks and employment verifications. * Generate basic recruitment reports and metrics to monitor open positions and hiring trends. * Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, agency policies, and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) practices. * Participate in related HR trainings as needed. * Represent NLACRC at local job fairs, college events, and community outreach opportunities. * Support HR team members with special projects, event coordination, and general HR administrative duties. Advanced Duties: * Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to attract specialized and leadership-level candidates. * Partner with hiring managers to define position requirements and tailor recruitment strategies for complex or hard-to-fill roles. * Advise hiring managers on compensation recommendations for new hires and internal promotions. * Generate recruitment analytics and trend reports to inform data-driven decision-making and workforce planning. * Ensure compliance with evolving employment laws and recruitment best practices, providing guidance to other HR staff as needed. * Lead or co-facilitate HR training programs as these relate to recruitment. * Represent NLACRC at professional conferences and large-scale recruitment events to strengthen employer branding. * Mentor and support Talent Acquisition Specialists I and other HR team members in effective recruitment practices. * Collaborate with HR leadership on continuous improvement initiatives related to talent pipelines, retention strategies, and candidate experience. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Four (4) to seven (7) years of progressive experience in recruitment, human resources, or related field, including experience managing complex or leadership-level searches. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * Advanced understanding of recruitment principles, workforce planning, and employment laws. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, ADP ATS, and recruitment analytics tools. * Ability to manage multiple high-volume or specialized recruitments with minimal supervision. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decisions. * Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills. * Ability to coach and mentor junior team members and influence cross-functional partners. * Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and ethical recruitment practices. NLACRC Offers an Excellent Benefits Package We offer employees a variety of health and dental plans: * Health Insurance - NLACRC pays the full cost of coverage for certain Medical plans for employee only. We also provide a generous contribution to additional plans that the employee may select for employee only or employee and dependents costs. * Dental Insurance – NLACRC pays the full cost of the Dental DMO Plan for employees and eligible dependents. We also offer a Dental PPO plan with a low employee monthly contribution for employees and eligible dependents * Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care expenses * Pre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account for eligible dependent care expenses * No cost Life, Accidental Death & Disability, Long Term Disability Insurance for employees * No cost Vision plan for employees and eligible dependents * Retirement plan - NLACRC is a member of CalPERS which is a defined benefit plan that provides a monthly retirement allowance for eligible employees * NLACRC offers two (2) deferred compensation plans - 457 and 403(b) * Participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program * Paid Time Off – Eligible for 3 weeks of accrued vacation in the first year, 8 hours per month sick time, education, wellness, and sabbatical time * Holidays – NLACRC offers 12 paid holidays throughout the year * Most positions are offered a hybrid – remote option (after 90-days continuous employment, at manager/supervisor’s discretion) Please note that benefit costs are pro-rated for part-time employees. Professional Development Opportunities & Growth NLACRC values the professional development of staff! Variety of career paths for entry-level management positions for those seeking leadership opportunities in the social services field. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NLACRC, we value and celebrate diversity! In September 2021, NLACRC launched an initiative to enhance and strengthen our commitment to diversity and belonging. Compensation This position is non-exempt. Regular salary: $33.61 - $47.48 hourly. Base Pay Rate / Salary Range Information The actual amount offered within the posted salary/pay rate range will depend on a variety of factors, including degree obtained/education, experience, skills and abilities, and other relevant job-related factors. The lower end of salary range applies to candidates who meet minimum qualifications or have limited years of relevant experience; the higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of direct relevant experience. NLACRC is an equal opportunity employer. Further, NLACRC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Responsibilities

The Talent Acquisition Specialist II manages and executes full-cycle recruitment for NLACRC, developing strategic initiatives and building relationships with hiring managers. This role also provides mentorship to junior recruiting staff and ensures compliance with employment laws and agency policies.