HR RECRUITER

POSITION SUMMARY: The HR Recruiter is responsible for the talent acquisition processes and general HR support at Seattle Humane. This includes reviewing and improving existing processes, as well as creating new ones, working closely with organizational leadership and with the HR team, managing full-cycle recruitment processes. The HR Recruiter is part of our small and busy HR team, and is expected to take an active part in the team’s mission of offering compassionate, professional, and equitable service to Seattle Humane’s staff.

KEY OR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Recruitment

• Manage Seattle Humane’s recruitment process: review job descriptions, post ads, screen resumes, conduct phone screens, interviews and provide information for hiring managers.
• Participate in salary negotiation and assist with new employees’ onboarding and orientation.
• Serve as the applicants’ point of contact with the organization throughout the entire process and ensure timely and prompt communication with them.
• Work with management and teams to develop deep familiarity and understanding of job duties and work culture in Seattle Humane in order to accurately communicate these expectations to candidates.
• With the HR director, work to review and improve the inclusiveness of recruitment and hiring practices, reduce biases and remove barriers to ensure diverse applicant pools.
• Develop and diversify Seattle Humane’s hiring sources and programs, create relationships with community partners.
• Develop a measurement system for recruitment effectiveness. Report out and improve metrics over time.
• Stay current on trends and developments in talent acquisition and introduce them to the HR team and to Seattle Humane as appropriate.

Onboarding

• With managers, build and maintain Seattle Humane’s internal training offerings. Review content to ensure instructional and organizational standards are met.
• With the HR director, and HR Specialist, create and facilitate internal HR training sessions: onboarding, anti-harassment and more.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

• Offer an exemplary level of service, internally and externally.
• Participate in organization-wide efforts, committees, and events.
• Take an active part in the HR team: participate in meetings, support colleagues, and offer a high level of care and compassion for both humans and animals of Seattle Humane.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: 

Degree in Human Resources Management, or a related field. Relevant experience might be considered in lieu of a degree.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES REQUIRED: 

• Preferred PRC, SHRM-CP or PHR certificate

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES & QUALITIES:

• 1-3  years of previous experience in full-cycle recruitment.
• Previous experience working with nonprofit organizations, in any capacity (volunteer, staff, board member).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Ability to organize, meet deadlines and manage complex projects. A self-starter, facilitator, organizer and innovator.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusiveness.

COMPLEXITY:

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior. Exhibits a “can do” attitude to work and seeks out and accepts increased responsibility. Shows persistence and seeks new alternatives when obstacles arise; is proactive. Works in a resourceful manner and shows flexibility; adapts to change. Accepts direction and feedback when provided. Affection for animals, concern for their welfare and a willingness to accommodate animals in the workplace.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

General office environment. Potential hazards are exposure to eye, back and neck strain, frequent fluctuating temperature changes, constant noise and interruptions. Possible exposure to zoonotic diseases (diseases that can be transmitted from vertebrate animals to people), animal dander and noise. 

• Chemical Interaction: A wide variety of cleaners, disinfectants, detergents and medical products are used on a daily basis. Each position at Seattle Humane will likely encounter these chemicals during the routine performance of their duties. Specific instructions will be provided by a SH staff member for the safe and proper use of these chemicals.  If there are any questions regarding this information, copies of our chemical MSDS sheets are available for review. If asked to use a product that is unfamiliar, contact your supervisor for proper instructions.

• Work Hours: Normal business working hours, 40 hours a week with occasional evening or weekend hours for meetings or events.

INCLUSIVENESS STATEMENT

Seattle Humane is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

SEATTLE HUMANE CORE VALUES:

Candidate should be committed to Seattle Humane’s Core Values:

Compassion

Accessibility

Innovation

Responsibility

Teamwork

The Benefits:

At Seattle Humane, we believe in investing in our people, you'll receive competitive benefits and perks, including full health & wellness coverage, generous paid time off starting at three weeks, 10 paid holidays, an employer matching retirement plan, personal pet allowance, employee sabbaticals, discounts, and you get to work around cute animals!

Check out our LIST of benefits and perks HERE

Sound like something you want to be a part of? Then apply today!

Who we are:

Seattle Humane is more than a shelter, we are a community resource center. We're meeting the increasing need for pet owner support services, so that families don't have to choose between an overdue bill and a beloved family member. We're training the next generation of veterinarians in our state-of-the-art medical center. We're building a community of animal advocates through our volunteer and youth education programs. The impact of Seattle Humane is life-changing, for the animals in our care and the people who love them. Our top priority is to connect animals in need of rescue with the people who will love them. Through our outreach, advocacy, and services, we strive to ensure that animal companionship is accessible to all.

Take a look at our Vision for the Future, which will guide our work and priorities in the years to come.