WHY ORCHARD PLACE?

At Orchard Place, we help children and families chart new paths toward hope, health, and healing. Our employees are the heart of this mission - and we believe in supporting them just as they support the children and families we serve.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a strategic and integral role in advancing Orchard Place’s mission by sourcing, recruiting, onboarding, and retaining top talent. This position designs and executes recruitment strategies, manages the full-cycle hiring process, and ensures a seamless onboarding experience for new employees. Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources, this role works closely with leaders, department heads, and external partners to forecast workforce needs, develop proactive talent pipelines, and enhance organizational branding.
Position Location: This is an in-office position based at our Corporate Office, located at 2116 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50312.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and/or a minimum of three years of professional-level experience in a related field.
• Minimum of two years of full-cycle recruitment and onboarding experience preferred; equivalent education and experience considered.
• Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, or behavioral health settings preferred.
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) desirable.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong planning and organizational abilities.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment practices.