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: 

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.