Goodwill, Serving the People of Southern Los Angeles County (SOLAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that transforms donated goods into job training, education and placement services for individuals with barriers to employment. Goodwill SOLAC serves 22 cities and communities throughout Southern Los Angeles County.

Our job readiness programs empower individuals, strengthen families and build stronger communities. Placing individuals in productive and competitive employment fills them with the value, joy and dignity of a paycheck. We believe putting people to work not only benefits the individual, but also the community’s economic vitality through taxes, spending power, real estate values, quality of life, and relief from social services and welfare systems.

When you join Goodwill, you are not only embarking on the next chapter of your own professional career journey, but you are also joining the worldwide mission to ensure that members of your own community are provided a pathway to a better future career journey too.

Job Description

RECRUITING & Onboarding SPECIALIST

Division 600

Summary Description:

• This position that reports to the Vice President of Corporate Compliance & Human Resources with strong interaction from, and with the Human Resources Manager and Director of Education.
• The RECRUITING & ONBOARDING SPECIALIST will perform a variety of complex, responsible, and confidential clerical duties requiring knowledge of Human Resources and organizational policies and procedures, Recruiting, Onboarding, Recruiting Rules and Regulations, California and Federal employment laws, and performs related work as required.
• Will be able to identify the company's needs and recruit and hire accordingly.
• This position frequently interacts with upper management and must be able to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Monitor all onboarding paperwork, such as reviewing the completeness of applications, entering the information into the payroll system.
• Responsible for printing labels for employee files and onboarding
• Issues all employee evaluations and ensures evaluations are processed on a timely basis.
• Maintains Evaluation Tracker/Database
• Provides applications and any other supplies, specific to recruiting, stores, departments and the front desk as needed on a daily basis.

Exemplary Duties / Responsibilities:

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  Strong Recruiting Skills specific to Retail/Warehouse/Non Profit
• Manage entire recruiting process for all open position
• Posting open positions both internally and externally
• Ability to utilize metrics
• Screen all applicants, perform initial intake interviews and placement designations
• Manage all background requests, reports and notifications
• Enter/Complete New Hire paperwork
• Maintains complete confidentiality of all division and employee records/files
• Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, absenteeism and terminations
• Provides current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, and opportunities for promotion and employee benefits
• Immigration compliance and auditing (I9)
• Create and use reports for staffing purposes
• Will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Corporate Compliance & Human Resources.
• Knowledge of Human Capital Management system a plus

Skills:

• Sales techniques
• Temp Agency Experience
• Strong Closer
• Retail knowledge
• Multi-location Recruiting
• Strong Networking skills
• E-recruiting / Social Media
• Perform administrative duties requiring independent judgment with speed and accuracy.
• Apply organizational policies, procedures and practices.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision complying with time restrictions and deadlines.

Core Competencies II:

To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies;

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  Confidentiality – Understands and adheres to high level confidentially in all work related information discussions and information sharing in all meetings of the board, and by upper level staff.

• Ethics and Values – Adheres to Goodwill core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in a group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics, people and/or situations
• Task Management –Communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget.
• Technical Skills – Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others
• Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; solicits employee feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills – Listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to other’s ideas and tries new things
• Verbal Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills effectively; participates in meetings.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to other’s views; welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; promotes inclusiveness, puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Diversity –Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment. Must be able to work with diverse cultures, as well as those with barriers to employment, inclusive of disabled populations.
• Inclusion & Equality –Is inclusive, shows respect and sensitivity for all differences: gender, sexual orientation, and culture. Promotes equality in all aspects of work-life at Goodwill SOLAC.

Licenses:

The Recruiting Specialist must possess a valid California motor vehicle operating license, vehicle registration and vehicle insurance. Must be willing to use his/her personal vehicle in the course of employment.

Desirable Qualifications:

Verbal and written Spanish bi-lingual communication skills a plus.

Employment Standards:

Education/Experience:

• Some college
• Four (4) plus years of experience in Recruiting specifically in area of Retail Warehouse for companies with 350 > employees
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must have strong experience with Microsoft Windows applications (Word, PPT, Excel, Outlook) and ADP Programs
• SHRM and or PIHRA certification preferred

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standard of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.

Salary 22-25