Job Title: HR Generalist/Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist (Bilingual: English and Mandarin preferred) Location: 101 Marshall Lane, Derby, CT (50% remote and 50% in office, Hybrid) Job Type: Full-time, Exempt About Us: Founded in 2011, APEX International Education Partners (APEX) assists U.S. secondary educational institutions with the recruitment and hosting of international students. Our mission is to promote greater diversity in U.S. high schools, facilitate cultural awareness among American and international students, and simplify the process of living and learning abroad.Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resource Generalist specializing in Talent Acquisition and Onboarding to join our team! The ideal candidate will be technology-savvy, efficient, have an eye for talent and excel at filling openings quickly with the right candidates. They should have 5+ years of experience in direct talent recruitment, with a strong understanding of leveraging social media platforms and hiring programs to attract and hire top-tier talent. Candidates with proven work experience recruiting and onboarding international (Chinese) staff are preferred. This role requires proficiency in various HRIS and ATS platforms to streamline the recruitment process and ensure efficient onboarding. Responsibilities:
- Proactively source candidates by leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter Lite to identify individuals actively seeking new career opportunities or interested in career transitions, and utilize Indeed Smart Sourcing to engage potential candidates and invite them to apply for open positions.
- Attend College Career Fairs and Community Job Recruitment Fairs to promote current openings and cultivate and broaden our candidate base.
- Build strong professional relationships with school administrators, career development offices, community networking groups and placement agencies within our industry (e.g. Education, Host Family Programs, Boarding Schools).
- Coordinate and handle the end-to-end recruitment process from job posting to offer acceptance for all entry-level to mid-level positions. Provide recruitment and administrative assistance to the Director of HR for senior-level positions.
- Conduct initial screenings and interviews to assess candidate qualifications.
- Coordinate and conduct interviews with hiring managers and team members.
- Perform reference checks and background verifications.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and create job descriptions which reflect those needs.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
- Proactively build and nurture a pipeline of talent with backgrounds and experience within our industry for current and anticipated future openings and needs.
- Facilitate the onboarding process, including new hire orientation and training.
- Ensure candidates are ready to start their assignment by the scheduled start date; work with managers and technology vendors to coordinate new hire's technology assets (such as laptop, work email address, cell phone, work cell phone number, and accessories), assigned desk and supplies, badge and key fob, Welcome Packet, onboarding links, and onboarding plan/schedule.
- Efficiently configure and resolve issues with essential technologies for new hires, such as laptops, cell phones, and key fobs, to facilitate smooth onboarding processes, minimizing the need for external assistance.
- Send out APEX Team Newsletters. Take photo of each new hire for the company website.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements throughout the recruitment and onboarding processes.
- Meet and exceed targeted recruitment and retention goals, such as time-to-fill and turnover rates.
- Assist with HR audits and compliance reporting.
- Assist with other HR functions and programs (ie benefits) as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- SHRM or PHR certification preferred.
- Bilingual - fluency in English and Mandarin preferred.
- Proven experience recruiting international (Chinese) staff and experience with international onboarding process/work authorization requirements (ie VISA, OPT, etc.).
- 5+ years of experience in direct talent recruitment, preferably in a similar industry (ie homestay programs, teaching, education, boarding schools, etc.)
- Proven track record of successfully recruiting and hiring candidates across various levels and functions.
- Strong knowledge of social media platforms and hiring platforms for recruitment purposes.
- Tech-savvy with proficiency in HRIS and ATS platforms (e.g., Isolved). Familiarity with current technology trends and tools to enhance efficiency in HR processes, demonstrating a proactive approach to integrating new tools and platforms into daily operations.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, and life insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Free lunch provided when working onsite.
Application Process: Interested candidates are to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience as it relates to this career opportunity at: Include examples of successful recruitment projects and your approach to candidate sourcing. Both resume and cover letter required for applicants to be considered.APEX is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class under applicable law.Top of FormBottom of Form