Talent Acquisition & Engagement Partner

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Seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly Extended periods of sitting and working on a computer, including frequent use of a keyboard, mouse,

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Talent AcquisitionHuman Resources

At Pacific Quest, we believe meaningful change begins with connection with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us. Our work is grounded in compassion, integrity, accountability, and a commitment to helping young people discover their strengths and build a healthier, more purposeful future.

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition & Engagement Partner who is passionate about people and shares our commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel connected, supported, and inspired by the work they do. This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven team and help build the people and culture that make Pacific Quest unique.

Manage all stages of the recruitment process: sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference coordination, and offer coordination

Ensure timely and effective hiring across all departments and levels in collaboration with hiring managers

Conduct initial interviews and coordinate subsequent interviews with hiring managers and leadership

Identify and leverage effective recruiting channels, including local, national, and specialized platforms

Maintain relationships with prospective candidates and support ongoing workforce planning efforts.

Collaborate with hiring managers to define position requirements, candidate qualifications, and recruitment priorities

Provide guidance and support on interview practices, candidate evaluation, and consistent selection processes

Develop and maintain interview guides, evaluation tools, and recruitment resources

Ensure a responsive, professional, and engaging experience for all candidates
Represent Pacific Quest authentically, communicating our mission, culture, and expectations clearly
Support the development and ongoing improvement of job postings, recruitment materials, and employer branding initiatives
Participate in career fairs, community outreach, and other recruitment activities as needed
Collaborate with the Outreach and Marketing Departments to support employer branding, recruitment messaging, and initiatives that strengthen Pacific Quest visibility and reputation as an employer of choice

Coordinate onboarding activities and support a consistent, organized new-hire experience from offer acceptance through the initial stages of employment
Collaborate with hiring managers and HR to ensure timely completion of onboarding documentation, required training, and pre-employment requirements
Assist with employee orientation, training coordination, and assist with tracking of required training and certifications

Coordinate and evaluate employee engagement and retention initiatives to improve employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, strengthen organizational culture, and support Pacific Quest's strategic workforce goals
Support employee recognition, appreciation events, celebrations, and other organizational culture initiatives.

Maintain accurate records and reporting within the applicant tracking system
Monitor recruitment metrics and identify opportunities for improvement
Conduct audits of sourcing channels, job postings, and hiring workflows
Support HR processes related to employee status changes, job transitions, separations, and other employment-related documentation
Assist with tracking employee credentials, required training, background checks, and other employment compliance requirements
Help maintain and organize HR policies, procedures, forms, and other internal resources.
Respond to routine employee and manager inquiries or direct questions to the appropriate HR resource when additional guidance is needed

Assist with HR projects, organizational initiatives, and special assignments as directed by the Human Resource Team
Provide cross-functional administrative support for HR initiatives and organizational needs, as appropriate to the role

3+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience

Experience managing full-cycle recruitment across a variety of roles

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build relationships and influence hiring decisions

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Experience using applicant tracking systems, IOS, and Google Suite

Experience in behavioral health, healthcare, education, or mission-driven organizations

Familiarity with recruiting in geographically unique or talent-constrained markets

Understanding of trauma-informed environments or residential care settings

Relationship-building and candidate engagement

Sound judgment in assessing both skill and cultural alignment

Creativity and resourcefulness in sourcing strategies

Ability to balance structure with flexibility in a dynamic environment

Strong alignment with Pacific Quest’s mission and values

Full-time, 40+ hours per week. The schedule will require flexibility and will vary based on organizational and recruiting needs, including the needs of candidates and hiring managers.

This is a hybrid position requiring a combination of on-site work at Pacific Quest locations and home-based work. Ability to work on-site as needed to support organizational and recruiting needs, while completing other responsibilities remotely.

With or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and mental requirements of this job may include the following:

Seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly

Extended periods of sitting and working on a computer, including frequent use of a keyboard, mouse, and video conferencing tools; ability to maintain focus and productivity during prolonged screen time

Ability to communicate clearly via phone, video, and written formats

Standing, walking, climbing stairs, traversing uneven terrain

Additional physical requirements may include occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds