Human Resources Recruiter

Job Description

Urban Pathways serves as the first point of contact for New York City's most vulnerable residents - people living on the streets, in subways, or in public areas. An innovative and data-driven leader, Urban Pathways is known for the effectiveness of our "housing first" approach. We engage individuals where they are in the cycle of homelessness. Through outreach and drop-in center services, transitional, long-term and permanent housing, and comprehensive support services, Urban Pathways helps more than 2,000 homeless men and women take control of their lives and find their way home. Urban Pathways is a 501(C)3 non-profit organization. We seek to hire talented and highly motivated individuals who will partner with us to provide excellent service to our clients.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the HR Recruiter's duties include:

Responsibilities

Plans and implements recruitment, hiring and on-boarding processes for employment, volunteer, consultant, and intern searches, including, but not limited to:
- Tracks staff vacancies and prepares reports.
- Maintains the Applicant Tracking System and provides up to date information to Senior Managers and Hiring Managers on an on-going basis.
- Places advertisements and postings for vacant positions in a timely manner.
- Screens all applicants.
- Schedules group and individual interviews, as needed.
- Extends offers of employment to selected candidates under the direction of the hiring managers and in accordance with Urban Pathways policies and procedures.
- Plans and executes job fairs, as needed.
- Works closely with Senior Managers and Finance to determine correct funding allocation for new hires and transfers.
- Participates in new hire orientations.
- Schedules and tracks new hire on-boarding activities.

Maintains compliance with Urban Pathways, Federal, State, City and funding agency policies, procedures and regulations.

Provides information regarding Organization policies and procedures to applicants and Organization management.

Responds to requests for information, troubleshoots issues, follows up and responds to applicant and Hiring Manager inquiries.

Ensures that human resources files are accurately maintained for all applicants, new hires, and internal job promotions/transfers.

Maintains confidentiality at all times.

Administrative

Prepares new hire paperwork in a timely manner including but not limited to:
- Processes new employees including review of documents for completion and accuracy, and verification of credentials as required.
- Reviews and signs off on completed forms. Verifies that all required documents are submitted in accordance with Urban Pathways policies and procedures.
- Inputs required information in on-line background check systems.
- Follows up with managers and/or employees to obtain missing documents and/or information.

Prepares and maintains reports and queries as required and assures data accuracy and completeness.

Verifies employment verifications and reference checks in a timely manner.

Ensures that applicant credentials are verified in a timely manner.

Processes MVR driver’s license checks for new hires in a timely manner. Schedules safety assessments as warranted.

Collects, processes, and tracks Criminal Background Checks in a timely manner.

Collects, processes, and tracks State Central Registry inquiries in a timely manner. Schedules safety assessments as warranted.

Verifies I-9 documentation.

Community Relations

Develops and maintains recruitment resources in the community, universities, colleges and trade schools.

Communication

Communicates verbally and in writing in a professional manner at all times.

Attends staff meetings, trainings, and supervisory sessions, as required.

Responds to all communications including telephone, email and other oral and written inquiries in a timely manner.

Performs all other duties as assigned and as required.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in human resources or related field preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience in Human Resources preferred.

Skills

Knowledge of Federal, State, and local employment laws and regulations preferred.
Must be a self-starter and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) required. Experience with Human Resources and Applicant Tracking Systems preferred.
Flexibility and ability to work under pressure.

Licenses
SHRM-CP/SCP and/or PHR/SPHR Certification a plus.

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