The Talent Acquisition Associate assists the Human Resources department in carrying out various programs and procedures for all Rising Ground’s employees, which may include: sourcing and screening resumes, conducting interviews, handling onboarding processes, managing communication, responding to employee requests and questions, maintaining ATS and HRIS data base and personnel files, compliance and internal controls. This critical support position will supply services and solutions to support the people, processes, and technologies within the Human Resources talent acquisition and onboarding areas. As part of our People team, you’ll help us attract, hire and retain the top talent we need to achieve our vision.
Key Responsibilities
- Source, screen, interview, and support the onboarding of qualified candidates for entry-level roles across multiple departments
- Utilize diverse recruitment strategies, including job boards, social media, networking, hiring events, and partnerships with community resources such as Workforce1.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates to support current and future hiring needs.
- Coordinate and participate in job fairs, career events, and other talent acquisition initiatives to promote organizational visibility and attract top talent.
- Deliver a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment and onboarding process, from initial outreach through orientation.
- Facilitate onboarding activities for new hires, transfers, and temporary staff to ensure a smooth and successful transition into the organization.
- Collaborate with program leaders and hiring managers to develop job descriptions, job postings, and recruitment strategies aligned with organizational needs.
- Manage recruitment processes, including vacancy postings, interview coordination, reference checks, candidate communication, and hiring status updates.
- Review employee documentation and ensure all required clearances and compliance requirements are completed in accordance with agency and funder standards.
- Support employee background check processes and coordinate New Hire Orientation and training programs in partnership with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor’s Degree, in Human Resources, Business, or Communications.
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting or Human Resources
- Participate in recruitment projects
- Fluency in Spanish, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills preferred.
- Proficiency in using business software applications including recruitments systems (ATS), Google Apps, MS Suite, and HRIS (ADP Workforce Now is a plus) and/or ability to learn
- Knowledge of operative regulatory compliance and best practice recommendations.
- Skills in problem solving to provide issue resolution and troubleshoot where needed.
- Ability to maintain focus and produce project deliverables according to established deadlines.
- Exemplary time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy and must be able to multitask effectively.
- Strong discretion in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive information.
- Ability to adapt and adjust to change, quick learner with technology aptitude, and excellent customer service attitude.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- No
Work Environment
- Corporate Office
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full- time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday at assigned location. Work hours options are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary structure
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)
- Remote / flexible work options (If applicable)
Additional Requirements
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
- Ability to travel to other Rising Ground Sites (if required)
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or Communications.
- 2-5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, or Human Resources.
- Experience participating in recruitment projects.
- Fluency in Spanish with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with recruitment systems (ATS), Google Apps, Microsoft Suite, and HRIS or ability to learn.
- Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and HR best practices.
- Problem-solving skills for issue resolution and troubleshooting.
- Ability to meet deadlines and produce project deliverables.
- Strong time-management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to multitask.
- Strong discretion handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Ability to adapt to change, quick learner with technology aptitude, and excellent customer service attitude.
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Ability to work in-person in New York City.
- Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites if required.
What We Do
Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity. With an annual budget of $203 million and 101 programs at 138 sites throughout the New York City and lower Westchester area, we deliver dedicated support to promote safe environments for children and help families thrive through our family stabilization, family foster care and adoption programs; innovative special educational programs that advance learning from early childhood through high school; result-focused programs that help court-involved youth change the trajectory of their lives; caring services that promote independence for children and adults with developmental disabilities; and pro-active community health initiatives that foster well-being. Across programs, we continually engage new, innovative techniques and implement evidence-based models to increase our impact and promote better outcomes.
