Talent Acquisition & Development Specialist

POSITION: Talent Acquisition & Development Specialist

SUPERVISOR: Talent & Culture Development, Director

STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt

PAY RANGE: $31.00 - $36.00 Hourly 

The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors.

LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK

The mission of the Food Bank is to mobilize resources to fight hunger in our community.  To fulfill our mission, we source and acquire nutritious food and other products and distribute them to people experiencing nutrition insecurity through our partner agency network and directly through programs; energize the community to get involved and support hunger relief; and conduct hunger and nutrition education and awareness campaigns and advocate for public policies that benefit the people we serve.  Food Bank employees are hired because of their unique skills, diverse perspective, and their commitment to our mission. This means that each of us, working together, will do all that we can to fulfill our vision that no one goes hungry in Los Angeles County. Our core values include: Respect, Stewardship & Accountability, Collaboration, Urgency, Service, Integrity and Diversity. Our organization is committed to maintaining a positive and engaging workplace for all employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Talent Acquisition & Development Specialist is responsible for developing and executing diverse & inclusive recruitment strategies that ensure hiring goals are met with the best possible talent. To do so, the Specialist sources, attracts, recruits, screens,  interviews, hires, and onboards candidates to fill organizational roles. This includes consulting with hiring managers to understand roles, ideal candidate profiles, and informing candidates of job duties, responsibilities, compensation, benefit package, and career advancement opportunities. 

The Talent Acquisition & Development Specialist also assists with developing and administering Human Resources programs and compensation equity such as new hire orientations, learning and development initiatives, training programs, and organizational assessments and compensation management platforms designed to build engagement and commitment to the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Food Bank. The role may also support the preparation and extension of job offers and notify applicants of selection outcomes. All activities must be in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity laws, FSLA, HIPAA, ERISA, and other regulations, as appropriate.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Talent Attraction, Recruitment, and Hiring Operations: Coordinate the full cycle recruiting process including; working with hiring managers to define hiring needs, create job advertisements, source internal and external candidates, review applications, screen candidates, schedule and conduct interviews, document notes and feedback, extend offer letters, perform background checks, and update the hiring manager and candidate during pre-boarding. Evaluate recruiting and onboarding practices to design and execute effective recruiting strategies that are non-discriminatory and promote inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA). Execute the Food Bank’s internal site visit and other onboarding programs, coordinating with hiring managers as needed. Schedule and conduct exit interviews. Document feedback and share insights with the Human Resources team and all other stakeholders. Attend internal and external events on behalf of the Human Resources team at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, serving as a representative and showcasing the organization's HR initiatives and opportunities. This may include participation in vendor sponsored events, job fairs, training, etc.

Onboarding, Employee Experience, and Engagement: Liaise with the Information Technology team, hiring managers, and Operations team to ensure new hires have an assigned workspace (if applicable) and the proper equipment and access for their first day. Work with HR/Payroll Coordinators to create a welcoming environment for new hires. Provide new hires with Welcome Kits, conduct & coordinate benefits orientations, create employee badges and parking permits, and administer the new hire Welcome Email series. Announce and introduce new employees to all staff via email and update the organizational chart and staff extension list. Work with the Administrative Assistants and Human Resources team to coordinate and facilitate new hire orientations and benefits orientation. Administer learning resources and programs including LinkedIn Learning, SkillPath/Star12, Learning Allowance, Mineral, and Toastmasters. Promote, and recommend training & development resources to employees, including language learning. Assist with administering the annual employee engagement survey, including the creation of prompts and scheduling teams for timely completion. Coordinate and participate in various Food Bank committees and councils. Coordinate and order logo apparel for public-facing staff and leadership

HR Systems, Compliance, Analytics, and Continuous Improvement: Enter new hire information into the cloud-based compensation management platform, HRIS, ADP WorkforceNow, and support new hires through the onboarding process. Create, assign, and edit new onboarding documents. Utilize cloud-based compensation management platform, HRIS/ATS such as ADP WorkforceNow, Payfactors software, Asana or similar project management sites and digital tools effectively, demonstrating adaptability to new systems, applications, and technology updates. Work with the Talent & Culture Development team and other stakeholders to develop and implement new training programs or improve current programs as needed. Assist with conducting analysis of team processes by facilitating focus groups, employee interviews, and/or surveys. Identify root problems and work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions. Stay up to date on all legal compliance requirements relevant to the position’s scope of work. Consult with the Human Resources team as needed. Assist with quarterly and ad-hoc reports/dashboards for recruitment, training, and engagement data. Maintain and audit personnel files for current and terminated employees according to protocol. May support Front Desk Administrative Assistant as needed. All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year degree in Human Resource Management or related field and up to 5 years of experience in recruitment, learning & development, or similar role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Leadership skills with the ability to provide guidance, coaching, and support to others as needed or redirect them to appropriate and designated HR staff team members and managers.

• Good understanding of current technology trends, artificial intelligence learning and usage requirements, with an interest in tech tools collaboration efforts.

• Exceptional emotional intelligence; strong social skills and self-awareness with an astute ability to empathize with stakeholders.

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral; ability to communicate with diverse groups of people.

• Excellent presentation skills and content curation in support of the Food Bank’s Learning and Development Programs through PowerPoint, Talent LMS, LinkedIn Learning, training materials, etc.

• Excellent time management skills; must be able to organize, prioritize, and plan tasks or assignments to meet deadlines.

• Ability to assess applicants' knowledge, skills, and experience to best suit open positions.

• Handles complex recruitment and HR Program responsibilities with a high degree of independence and judgement

• Possess expert knowledge of talent acquisition process and HR best practices.

• Possess a growth mindset; Demonstrate a passion for learning, curiosity, and open-mindedness.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.) with working knowledge of HRIS systems such as Payfactors, Lattice, ADP, etc.

• Excellent flexibility and ability to learn and adapt to new processes and software and change direction as necessary

• Bilingual English/Spanish is required.

• Valid CA Driver’s License and access to a reliable and insured vehicle. Required to travel within Los Angeles County. May be scheduled to work at either facility in Los Angeles, CA, or the City of Industry, CA

• May need to commute between Food Bank facilities in Los Angeles, CA, or the City of Industry, CA

• Passion for the Food Bank’s mission and commitment to the seven values of the organization: respect, stewardship & accountability, collaboration, urgency, service, integrity, and diversity.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical: Employee HMO coverage as little as $10 per bi-weekly paycheck and access to Nonstop Health funds

• Dental: Employee HMO coverage available at no cost

• Vision: Comprehensive vision insurance with generous allowances for examinations and material costs 

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

• Optional Long-Term Care Insurance

• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with expanded Mental Health 

• Employee recognition programs

• Growth & career development support for professional certifications and additional training resources

• Vacation: Two weeks annually for the first three years

• Holiday: Nine paid holidays; eligible upon date of hire

• Sick Leave Time available

As a part of the Food Bank’s pre-employment screening process, all potential employees are subject to a Criminal Background Check.

In instances of a federal, state or locally declared emergency, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is typically considered an essential service and emergency responder; all of its employees may be called in to perform regular or emergent duties.

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is proud to be an “Equal Opportunity Employer.” Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Food Bank fosters an organizational culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, and serve in a rapidly changing world. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.