Head of Recruiting & HR

Union Rescue Mission (URM) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. We are dedicated to serving men, women, and children experiencing homelessness and providing comprehensive emergency and long‑term services to help them escape the dangerous streets of Skid Row. Join us at Union Rescue Mission as we bring hope and share the compassion of Christ to those devastated by homelessness.

Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, the Human Resource Manager leads and directs the routine functions of the Human Resources department and oversees and develops the human resources staff. Responsibilities include full‑cycle recruitment and compensation management, employee relations, process improvement, and ensuring the organization is compliant with State and Federal laws.

Colossians 3:23 is the foundation of URM’s standard for employment, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for people”. to enrich and sustain a mindset of serving others, treating them with kindness and truth; Oversee and develop human resources staff.

Assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains employee policies and other human resources documentation, as needed.

Help with employee relations matters to include discipline, terminations, and investigations.

Ensure that the organization complies with State, Federal, EEO, ADA, OSHA, and other legal requirements.

Help mentor and coach leadership through employment related issues that can range in complexity.

Review new and/or updated job descriptions and determine job classification as well as market competitive pay range.

Attract applicants by writing compelling job descriptions and posting job advertisements across various job boards and social media platforms.

Actively source qualified candidates using internet databases, social media, and employee referrals.

Conduct prescreening interviews, coordinate phone and onsite interviews, check references, and act as the liaison between candidates and hiring managers at all stages of the process.

Implement recruiting strategies and best practice initiatives across the company.

Train and advise hiring managers on interviewing techniques and assessment methods.

Brainstorm and implement new sourcing methods and track recruiting metrics.

Build the organization’s professional network through relationships with HR professionals, colleges, and other partners.

Maintain confidential files, documents, lists, and databases.

Assist the HR department and conduct other tasks and projects as assigned by the VP of HR.

Interviewing, hiring, orienting and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

The office is clean, orderly, properly lit and ventilated.

A bachelor’s degree in human resources management or related field is preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, including full life cycle recruitment experience.

Prior experience managing an HRMS system.

Ability to successfully lead and manage others.

ability to manage multiple projects in a high‑volume environment.

High level of proficiency with recruiting tools and social media networks.

Strong experience with phone and in‑person interviews, candidate screening, and evaluation.

Must have proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Solid understanding of labor legislation and payroll process.

Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times due to the confidential and sensitive nature of the department.

Ability to travel locally.

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