THE CONSERVATION FUND Hiring for Recruiting and Human Resources Specialist at Arlington, Virginia Full Time

The Conservation Fund

TITLE : Recruiting and Human Resources Specialist

LINE OF BUSINESS/DIVISION : HR & Administration

FLSA STATUS : Exempt

REPORTS TO: Human Resources Manager

NUMBER OF POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: 0

LOCATION : Arlington, VA

POSITION SUMMARY

The Recruiting and Human Resources (HR) Specialist will manage the Fund’s recruiting process and will support the daily functions of the HR department including benefits administration, maintaining personnel records, interacting with benefit vendors, enforcing organization policies and practices, and handling day-to-day inquiries from staff.

Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination or booster by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination required.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manage the recruiting lifecycle, including working with hiring managers to develop job specifications and draft job descriptions, posting open positions, scheduling interviews and screening candidates.
• Counsel hiring teams on the interview and hiring process.
• Propose, negotiate and extend offers to candidates.
• Maintain candidate data via Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Report overall search metrics, including EEO metrics, to senior management on a regular basis.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain information, troubleshoot and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Provide benefits administration support to the HR Manager.
• Participate in developing and documenting HR guidelines and procedures.
• Promote HR programs to employees.
• Generate reports as required by HR and management.
• Collaborate with teams across the organization as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a Human Resources Generalist, Recruiting Specialist or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding and ability to recruit for all levels of the organization, from entry level to senior manager level.
• Proficiency utilizing an HRIS and an ATS, preferably ADP.
• Strong vendor management skills related to recruitment activities such as ATS, job boards and search firms.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent time management skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to the mission and goals of the Fund.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• SHRM or other HR certification preferred.
• Experience in non-profit environment a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in an office setting.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• Estimated travel – 0%.

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS

The salary for this position is $70,000 – $83,000 and is eligible for opportunities to earn performance-based bonus compensation. The Fund offers a highly competitive package of benefits including employer contributions for health care, paid holidays, vacation and personal/sick leave, retirement plan and more.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

Please submit cover letter and resume with application

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The Conservation Fund, a nonprofit corporation, is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave status, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. The Fund prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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