HR Generalist (Talent Aquisition & Onboarding Specialist)

$52,000 - $62,400/Yr

Apex International Education Partners, Llc (Aiep) - Derby, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Derby, CT

Educational Services

About the position

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resource Generalist specializing in Talent Acquisition and Onboarding to join our team at APEX International Education Partners. The ideal candidate will be technology-savvy, efficient, have an eye for talent, and excel at filling openings quickly with the right candidates. This role requires proficiency in various HRIS and ATS platforms to streamline the recruitment process and ensure efficient onboarding. The successful candidate will have 5+ years of experience in direct talent recruitment, with a strong understanding of leveraging social media platforms and hiring platforms to attract and hire top-tier talent. In this position, you will proactively source candidates by leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter Lite to identify individuals actively seeking new career opportunities or interested in career transitions. You will also utilize Indeed Smart Sourcing to engage potential candidates and invite them to apply for open positions. Attending College Career Fairs and Community Job Recruitment Fairs will be essential to promote current openings and cultivate a broad candidate base. Building strong professional relationships with school administrators, career development offices, community networking groups, and placement agencies within our industry is crucial. You will coordinate and handle the end-to-end recruitment process from job posting to offer acceptance for all entry-level to mid-level positions, while also providing recruitment and administrative assistance to the Director of HR for senior-level positions. Conducting initial screenings and interviews to assess candidate qualifications, coordinating interviews with hiring managers and team members, and performing reference checks and background verifications will be part of your responsibilities. You will collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and create job descriptions, while also developing and maintaining strong relationships with candidates to ensure a positive candidate experience. Facilitating the onboarding process, including new hire orientation and training, is a key aspect of this role. You will ensure candidates are ready to start their assignment by the scheduled start date and work with managers and technology vendors to coordinate new hire's technology assets, assigned desk and supplies, and onboarding plans. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements throughout the recruitment and onboarding processes, while meeting and exceeding targeted recruitment and retention goals. You will also assist with HR audits and compliance reporting and other HR functions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter Lite and Indeed Smart Sourcing.
• Attend College Career Fairs and Community Job Recruitment Fairs to promote openings.
• Build strong professional relationships with school administrators and community groups.
• Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process for entry-level to mid-level positions.
• Provide recruitment assistance to the Director of HR for senior-level positions.
• Conduct initial screenings and interviews to assess candidate qualifications.
• Coordinate and conduct interviews with hiring managers and team members.
• Perform reference checks and background verifications.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to create job descriptions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with candidates for a positive experience.
• Facilitate the onboarding process, including new hire orientation and training.
• Ensure candidates are ready to start by the scheduled start date.
• Work with managers to coordinate new hire's technology assets and supplies.
• Send out Welcome New Hire Newsletter and take photos for the website.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements during recruitment and onboarding.
• Meet and exceed targeted recruitment and retention goals.
• Assist with HR audits and compliance reporting.
• Assist with other HR functions as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in direct talent recruitment, preferably in a similar industry.
• Proven track record of successfully recruiting and hiring candidates across various levels and functions.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms and hiring platforms for recruitment purposes.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in HRIS and ATS platforms (e.g., Isolved).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves

• SHRM or PHR certification preferred.
• Familiarity with current technology trends and tools to enhance efficiency in HR processes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Free lunch provided when working onsite.