Talent Acquisition Specialist

Reports To: Talent Acquisition Manager

Status: Full-time; Non-Exempt

Location: Hybrid - Los Angeles (Little Tokyo Office) or West Covina (SGV Office) 

Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; occasional evenings or weekends as needed 

Hourly Range: $30.00 - $37.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Are you passionate about giving back to your community and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people?

Who We Are:

In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path.

What We Do:

Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer LifeCraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 2,250 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 150+ Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach.

Ideal Candidate:

You believe that every candidate interaction is a reflection of who Woodcraft Rangers is. You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and genuinely enjoys the hunt — building relationships, uncovering talent, and guiding candidates through a process that feels personal, not transactional. You move with urgency, stay organized across multiple open roles, and bring both warmth and professionalism to every touchpoint. You belong here if you believe that recruiting is a service — to candidates, to hiring managers, and ultimately to the young people whose futures depend on the quality of the team we build.

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers:

• Competitive salary – $30.00 - $37.00 per hour

• Paid vacation & sick time – generous time off to recharge

• Lifecraft program – free college & career advancement for all staff

• Upward mobility – promote-from-within culture

• Kaiser medical plans (majority employer-paid), dental & vision coverage

• Employer-paid life and disability insurance

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions – invest in your future

• Pet insurance – because your whole family matters

• Mission-driven work – impact 30,000 + young people annually

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, the Talent Acquisition Specialist executes full-cycle recruiting across assigned regions and staff categories — sourcing, screening, scheduling, and supporting candidates from first contact through offer acceptance. This role is on the front lines of Woodcraft Rangers' ability to hire qualified, mission-aligned staff across Los Angeles, the San Gabriel Valley, and the Inland Empire. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is a key driver of pipeline health, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes, partnering closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager and Hiring Managers to meet staffing goals across all seasons.

Responsibilities:

• Execute full-cycle recruiting for assigned requisitions, including frontline program staff, HQ roles, and high-volume seasonal hiring across multiple regions

• Source candidates through job boards, social media, college and university partnerships, community organizations, workforce development boards, and employee referrals

• Build and maintain a healthy, year-round pipeline of qualified candidates for recurring and anticipated staffing needs

• Conduct initial phone and video screens to assess candidate qualifications, availability, and alignment with Woodcraft Rangers' mission and culture

• Coordinate and schedule all interviews — phone, video, and in-person — between candidates and Hiring Managers or interview panels

• Manage candidate communications throughout the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring timely, professional, and encouraging touchpoints at every stage

• Champion a positive, equitable, and welcoming candidate experience from first contact through onboarding handoff

• Represent Woodcraft Rangers at job fairs, community events, campus recruiting sessions, and hiring events — managing logistics and converting attendance into pipeline

• Post and manage job listings across internal and external platforms, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment

• Track, analyze, and act on recruiting metrics (e.g., applicant volume, time-to-fill, source effectiveness, interview-to-offer ratios) to continuously improve hiring outcomes

• Partner with the Talent Acquisition Manager to execute season-aligned hiring plans and surface pipeline risks or bottlenecks in a timely manner

• Leverage ATS, project management, and AI tools to manage workflows, track requisitions, and improve efficiency

• Provide recruiting and administrative support during peak hiring seasons or team absence

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Woodcraft Rangers' talent and people experience objectives

• Own assigned requisition performance, ensuring timely movement of candidates through each stage of the hiring process

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• 2–4 years of experience in talent acquisition, full-cycle recruiting, or a closely related HR function

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field — or equivalent work experience

• Demonstrated experience sourcing candidates through multiple channels, including digital platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, Handshake) and community-based outreach

• Experience coordinating or participating in in-person and virtual recruiting events

• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage candidates, Hiring Managers, and community partners at all levels

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple open requisitions and competing priorities simultaneously

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices

• Experience recruiting in a high-volume, mission-driven, nonprofit, education, or community-based organization is a plus

Preferred

• Proficiency with modern ATS platforms and comfort using AI tools (e.g., Claude) and project management tools (e.g., Notion) to improve recruiting efficiency

• Familiarity with California employment law and fair hiring/EEOC compliance practices

• Experience recruiting in bilingual (English/Spanish) environments

• Knowledge of Gen Z workforce trends and digital sourcing strategies

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent HR certification

Physical Demands:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical demands may be essential for the effective performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Frequent standing is required during working hours

• The ability to travel across the Great Los Angeles area, with occasional visits to Moreno Valley, using either a car or public transportation, is necessary several times a month.  

• Regular use of hands for various tasks, such as operating a computer and handling objects, is essential.

• Must be able to occasionally lift/move up to 20 pounds.

• Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This position operates in environments typical of the following key aspects:

• Regular exposure to computer monitors during work.

• The typical noise level of a standard work environment.

• Stable internet access is required for effective work-from-home performance.

Woodcraft Rangers provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breastfeeding), age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.