Talent Specialist / HR Coordinator

At DAHLIN , we believe great places are created by great people. We're seeking an enthusiastic Talent Specialist / HR Coordinator to help attract, engage, and retain the talented individuals who make our firm thrive. This is a highly collaborative, relationship-driven role for someone who wants to make an impact beyond day-to-day processes. As a visible member of our People & Culture Team in our Pleasanton, CA headquarters, you'll build strong partnerships with leaders and employees, support recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives across multiple offices, and help shape the culture that makes DAHLIN a great place to work. We're looking for a tech-savvy, highly organized self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and enjoys building relationships. If you're energized by creating exceptional experiences for candidates and employees while growing your career in Human Resources, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do: Develop relationships with staff and leaders to understand our culture, projects, and talent. Utilize that knowledge in supporting recruiting activities, employee engagement, and employee retention Post and track open positions/requisitions on company website and various sourcing outlets in accordance with our branding guidelines and established budget Act as a positive point of contact and brand ambassador, promoting company’s reputation as “best place to work”. Screen candidate resumes and job applications in ATS (JazzHR) as directed. Assess applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience and aptitudes by comparing qualifications to job requirements Coordinate the logistics of candidate presentation, scheduling interviews and providing background information to key stake holders, follow-up feedback and checking references Monitor and apply HR best practices for process consistency, ensuring recruiting and onboarding is consistently executed so nothing gets dropped Engage with staff/hiring managers as needed to keep the process moving in a positive, productive manner. Respond to candidates with follow up emails at the end of the recruiting process Coordinate university/college recruiting program Develop and update job postings and job descriptions as directed Coordinate onboarding program; prepare and update new hire material Coordinate events to facilitate inclusion and engagement Be available Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm and collaborate with administrative staff across the firm to contribute to a positive and productive work environment. This position is eligible for hybrid work after a period of on-site orientation What Makes You Successful: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills Exceptional interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation and ability to build effective partnerships with hiring managers Strong software and digital media skills Strong proficiency with Word, Excel & Outlook Sense of urgency, initiative and positive energy Excellent attention to detail and demonstrable accuracy, with excellent organization and follow-up skills Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision, while also working collaboratively with team and within established protocols Your Qualifications: 2 years’ proven work experience supporting recruiting and hiring activities Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR software (HRIS) 2 years' experience in employee engagement, employee experience, or other related HR disciplines preferred Working knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements as they relate to recruiting and hiring preferred Experience in professional services firms preferred Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States without any restrictions. Please note that visa sponsorship is not offered for this position We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer the opportunity to participate in a pre-tax Flexible Spending plans for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and 401k. Pay range: $24.00 - $36.00/hour depending on qualifications. Placement within this pay range will be determined by factors such as education, qualifications, project complexity and/or experience. The maximum is reserved for candidates who currently meet all job requirements. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. DAHLIN is a diverse architecture and planning firm practice of 180+ multi-cultural professionals with offices in California and Washington. We offer 50 years of experience building communities where we live and work, driven by the vision of creating places that promote human fulfillment and well-being. This same Passion for Place® starts with our own working environment—a positive community where people thrive. Please visit our website ( to learn more. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to welcoming and supporting a diverse community of professionals. As such, women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. Our firm participates in E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors