Talent Acquisition & People Operations Specialist

 Join Our Team at Connections For Life!

Are you passionate about people, culture, and making a difference in the lives of others? Connections For Life (CFL) is growing, and we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition & People Operations Specialist to help us attract, develop, and retain top talent. In this role, you’ll lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and people operations while supporting a positive, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace.

If you’re ready to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution and make an impact in a thriving nonprofit environment, we want to hear from you! 

BASIC FUNCTIONS:
The Talent Acquisition & People Operations Specialist is responsible for full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and overall people operations. This role ensures the agency attracts, develops, and retains top talent while supporting a positive and compliant workplace culture.

REPORT TO: Executive Director

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time/Non - Exempt

3+ years of recruitment experience, ideally in the field of human and social services/non-profit sector

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Ideal candidate will have an understanding of talent acquisition best practices, compliance, employment law, and a passion for creating a positive and inclusive workplace.

Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruitment & Staffing:

• Develop and implement proactive recruitment strategies to meet current and future staffing needs.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, resume review, interviewing, selection, and offers.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements (background checks, drug screenings, physicals, certifications).
• Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruitment records.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical positions.
• Develop strong relationships with staffing agencies, schools, and other talent sources.

Onboarding & Orientation:

• Lead orientation sessions and ensure smooth onboarding for new employees.
• Prepare and provide all required new hire documentation, policies, and training materials.
• Partner with management to ensure new hires are set up for success.

Employee Relations & Performance Management:

• Support managers with performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action plans.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide recommendations to improve retention.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations concerns and questions.
• Promote a positive workplace culture and employee engagement initiatives.

Talent Development & Retention:

• Identify opportunities for professional development and career growth for employees.
• Support training programs and workshops to enhance employee skills.

HR Operations & Compliance Support:

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR metrics related to recruitment, onboarding, performance, and turnover.
• Provide guidance to managers on employment regulations and best practices related to staffing.
• Assist with internal reporting and dashboards on workforce metrics.
• Support HR compliance as it relates to recruitment and employee records.

Employer Branding & Engagement:

• Act as a culture ambassador through engagement programs, promoting, inclusivity, recognition, and well-being.
• Enhance onboarding program to create a seamless experience that sets new team members up for success.
• Promote the agency’s mission, values, and culture externally to attract high-quality candidates.
• Build pipelines through outreach, networking, and community engagement.
• Develop and maintain recruitment materials, social media presence, and marketing campaigns.
• Attend local and company events. 
• Support outreach efforts through social media, networking, and attendance at local events and job fairs.
   

Other Responsibilities:

• Cross-train to back up HR Generalist and administrative services as needed
• Collaborate with leadership to continuously improve processes and tools.
• Participate in HR projects, policy reviews, and SOP development.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems, HRIS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• High energy, positive attitude, and a team-player mentality.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to sit, use hands, and communicate.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands.
• Vision and hearing abilities sufficient to perform duties.
• Office-based work with occasional travel to events.