Join Alcott: Shape Our Future, One Hire at a Time!
Alcott, a leading nonprofit agency dedicated to providing vital mental health and supportive housing services to low-income adults across Los Angeles County, is seeking a driven and experienced Recruiter to join our dedicated Human Resources team.
If you are a talented full-cycle recruiter with 2+ years of experience and a passion for connecting people to mission-driven work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on our ability to serve the community. Come help us build a diverse, qualified team that embodies our mission and values!
Key Details
Job Title: Recruiter
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Setting: On-Site (Culver City, CA)
Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000 annually, DOE
What You'll Do: The Impact You'll Make
As a Recruiter, you will be the backbone of our talent acquisition strategy, managing the entire recruitment life cycle to ensure Alcott attracts, evaluates, and hires top talent.
Full-Cycle Recruitment & Sourcing Excellence
- Own the process: Manage 15-20 open requisitions simultaneously, from drafting compelling job descriptions and posting on platforms like Indeed and Alcott’s website to conducting final reference checks.
- Strategically Source: Proactively source candidates using diverse channels, including Indeed, professional networking, employee referrals, and strategic partnerships with workforce development programs and community organizations.
- Balance Priorities: Skillfully manage competing priorities across multiple hiring needs while consistently delivering an exceptional, professional experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
Candidate Experience & Selection
- Assess Talent: Conduct thorough phone, virtual, and in-person interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, experience, and crucial alignment with Alcott’s mission and values.
- Seamless Process: Coordinate all interview scheduling, ensure timely communication with applicants, and collaborate with the HR team on preparing offer letters and supporting a smooth onboarding.
Metrics, Compliance, and Employer Branding
- Drive Data: Maintain meticulous recruitment records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), track key metrics like time-to-fill and source-of-hire, and report on recruitment effectiveness.
- Ensure Equity: Guarantee all recruitment activities comply with agency policies, EEO standards, and applicable labor regulations, promoting fair and ethical hiring practices.
- Be a Brand Ambassador: Represent Alcott at job fairs and recruiting events; actively build talent pipelines with local schools and community groups to promote Alcott as the employer of choice in the nonprofit/mental health sector.
What You'll Bring: Your Qualifications
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED required; a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- A minimum of two (2) years of full-cycle recruitment or talent acquisition experience is required.
- Bonus points for experience recruiting in nonprofit, mental health, or social services settings.
- Military-experienced candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Skills and Abilities
- Exceptional skills in interviewing, candidate assessment, and talent evaluation.
- Superior communication (written and verbal), organizational, and interpersonal abilities.
- Proven ability to successfully manage a high volume of requisitions and meet deadlines in a dynamic setting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and practical experience utilizing an ATS or HRIS system.
- Familiarity with Indeed and other major job board platforms for effective candidate sourcing.
Why Join Alcott?
Alcott is a compassionate and vital organization making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Angelenos. When you join our team, you become part of a community committed to stability, mental health, and social justice.
- Meaningful Work: Every hire you make directly supports our mission and the clients we serve.
- Stability: This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position with standard business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM).
- Location: Work in our on-site Culver City office, a hub of activity and collaboration.
Alcott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports the Americans with Disabilities Act. We adhere to the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019.