General Description

TITLE:                                               Human Resources Generalist / Recruiter

REPORTS TO:                                 Human Resources Director

Who We Are:

Join a Team That’s Making a Difference for Thousands of Families Across New Jersey!

At the Family Resource Network (FRN), we’re committed to improving the lives of individuals living with epilepsy, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and chronic illnesses. With over 50 programs and services, we’ve impacted the health and happiness of thousands of families for nearly five decades. But our impact doesn’t stop there—our community events, like the “Walk for the ONE” 5k walk/run and the Autism Beach Bash, bring even more people together in support of our mission.

As part of FRN, you’ll be joining a statewide organization that serves approximately 30,000 individuals annually. We offer a family-focused approach through our network of non-profit organizations, providing community-based programs that meet the evolving needs of individuals and families across New Jersey.

At FRN, our values-driven culture is what sets us apart. We are deeply committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment, where everyone’s voice is heard, and every contribution matters. Our focus on respect, integrity, and teamwork allows us to create meaningful change for the individuals and families we serve, while ensuring that each team member thrives in a supportive, collaborative workplace.

If you have a genuine passion for helping others and are eager to contribute to meaningful change, we invite you to bring your enthusiasm and lend your talents to advancing our mission.

About The Role: 

The Family Resource Network is searching for a Human Resources Generalist / Recruiter to support the company’s HR department on a full-time basis. This position will report directly to the Director, HR and will work out of East Windsor, NJ on a hybrid basis (two days a week in the office, one-two days at career fairs or interacting with the community, one-two days working from home).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• In coordination with the Director, HR and Hiring Managers, develop a robust recruiting strategy that quickly fills positions with qualified candidates in the most cost effective and time efficiency manner possible
• Partner with hiring managers to evaluate open positions and determine the best course of action to fill said positions quickly and efficiently
• Proactively source for potential applicants through a diversified web of resources and tools, including databases, online job boards, associated educational and trade organizations, and in-person relationships
• Identify, assess and communicate with qualified, potential applicants
• Effectively communicate with hiring managers to showcase qualified applicants and set up interviews with feedback in a timely manner
• Apply principles of behavioral interviewing to access the qualifications of candidates
• Investigate referrals, references, and social media sources to formulate a well-rounded view of applicants
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with colleges, trade associations, and local organizations to participate in job fairs or networking events on a weekly basis or as scheduled
• Prepare and deliver convincing employment offer packages to selected applicants
• Oversee and manage orientation and on-boarding process for new employees, including completion of all new hire paperwork and collection of certification information.
• Complete other functions as assigned by HR Manager and other leaders

• As this is a hybrid position, it is expected that the successful candidate will work at the East Windsor office 1-2 days a week, and out in the community via job fairs, general recruiting or establishing relationships at least 1-2 days a week.  The remaining workdays will be completed from the employee’s home office.

Benefits of Working with FRN:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, life, and disability insurance
• 10 Paid holidays
• Up to 2 floating holidays
• Additional paid time off last week of December
• Up to 2 paid personal days
• Paid vacation time
• Up to 12 paid sick days
• Laptop and Cell Phone Provided
• Mileage Reimbursement 
• Ongoing training opportunities for all staff

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, Communications, or related field strongly preferred but not required

• Experience:
  •  Experience successfully recruiting full-time and part-time employees, especially for positions that are difficult to fill and require a multi-tool recruiting approach
  • Experience building and executing an effective recruiting strategy
  •  Experience successfully on-boarding employees and assisting in transition to their new positions
  • Experience in the non-profit sector a plus

• Skills
  • Serve as a great company ambassador to potential candidates and to the recruiting community
    • A professional, courteous demeanor on the phone and in-person
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with hiring managers and potential candidates
    • Strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to network and establish professional relationships
    • Great follow-up skills with candidates, partner organizations and hiring managers
  • Willingness to try new processes and tools to recruit/research potential applicants
  •  A sense of urgency to meet and exceed expectations
  •  Work independently with little supervision
  •  Ability to travel within the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania to attend job fairs and networking events
  • Can work under pressure and effectively manage multiple priorities in a demanding, fast-paced environment with strict deadlines
  • Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and social media applications, preferably Paycom, Facebook, and LinkedIn