Recruiter/On-Boarding Specialist

Brightside Academy - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Philadelphia, PA

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About the position

The Recruiter/On-Boarding Specialist at Brightside Academy is responsible for attracting, hiring, and facilitating a seamless onboarding experience for new employees. This role involves coordinating new hire documentation, executing background checks, and serving as the first point of contact for new hires during their onboarding process. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external personnel.

Responsibilities

• Attract candidates through various channels like social media and professional networks.
• Review resumes and screen candidates.
• Serve as the initial point of contact for incoming applicants.
• Initiate and track the completion of all new hire documents in accordance with department's procedures.
• Initiate background/clearance checks; schedule applicants, review results, and finalize with approval or denial.
• Ensure compliance with pre-employment mandatory training requirements based on the applicant's position.
• Collect all standardized DHS documents and complete applicable internal forms.
• Initialize and establish employee records via the company HRIS system.
• Communicate with all applicants prior to employment inception confirming location and schedule; assist with standard employment questions.
• Maintain applicant tracking report and internal checklists.
• Assist with the creation and implementation of work environment and culture events that reinforce the company's mission and values.
• Leverage internal resources to ensure employee awareness, understanding, and participation in programs and/or process improvements related to building a best place to work culture.
• Conduct, assist, or track employee engagement surveys.
• Assist with projects associated with cultural development.
• Serve as backup to producing identification badges, as necessary.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in a recruiting or onboarding role.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with HRIS systems.
• Familiarity with background check processes.
• Experience in employee engagement initiatives.

Benefits

• Full-time position with competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional development.