Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist Location: San Diego, CA Salary Pay Range and Other Compensation: $81,000 annual salary Employment Type Full-Time | Direct Hire FLSA Status: Exempt Schedule: Full-Time/100% onsite (Downtown, San Diego) About the Role: We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in San Diego dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. In this role, you will manage full-cycle recruitment and partner closely with hiring managers to attract top talent across a wide range of positions. You will lead sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding coordination, and hiring support while delivering an exceptional experience for both candidates and hiring managers. The ideal candidate brings strong recruiting expertise, knowledge of HR processes, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Manage full-cycle recruitment, including intake meetings, job postings, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offer preparation, and pre-employment activities Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide guidance throughout the hiring process Develop and execute sourcing strategies using job boards, professional networks, community partnerships, and other recruitment channels Screen applicants, coordinate interviews, facilitate assessments, and support selection recommendations Maintain accurate applicant tracking system records and recruitment documentation Provide timely communication to candidates to ensure a positive recruitment experience Coordinate onboarding activities, including pre-employment requirements and new hire readiness Develop and maintain recruitment resources, templates, and hiring tools Support classification reviews, promotions, transfers, and position-related changes Conduct compensation research and market benchmarking to support recruitment decisions Utilize HRIS and applicant tracking systems to manage recruitment workflows and reporting Prepare recruitment metrics and staffing reports for leadership Collaborate with HR team members on recruitment initiatives and process improvements Stay current on talent acquisition trends, sourcing strategies, and best practices Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, staffing, or human resources Experience recruiting within nonprofit, healthcare, social services, or other complex operational environments preferred Experience with Paycom required Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruiting, sourcing strategies, onboarding, and employment practices Experience with applicant tracking systems, HRIS platforms, recruitment metrics, and compensation benchmarking Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. 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