Job Description

The Recruiter will be responsible for the following:

  • Assist with managing the full recruitment process, including job postings, resume review, interviews, and reference checks. 
  • Hire quality talent?and place them in roles that align with their skills and the organization’s needs, ensuring a timely and efficient hiring process. 
  • Meet deadlines and hiring cycle demands?by performing all responsibilities in a timely and organized manner. 
  • Assist with conducting candidate interviews (phone, virtual, and in-person) using standardized evaluation criteria. 
  • Assist with preparing and sending offer letters, onboarding communication, and required documentation. 
  • Assist with onboarding processes to ensure new hires meet DDD requirements and complete all documentation. 
  • Represent the company’s mission and culture?to new hires, fostering alignment and enthusiasm from day one. 
  • Maintain accurate ATS records and recruitment reports. 
  • Assist with preparing clean, organized hiring and turnover reports for HR Supervisor review. 
  • Assist with organizing recruitment and onboarding data for leadership presentations. 
  • Represent L.I.F.E. at job fairs, hiring events, and networking opportunities. 
  • Maintain compliance with state, federal, and organizational hiring policies. 
  • Assist with tracking onboarding progress, retention data, and exit interview documentation. 
  • Support the HR Supervisor?with recruitment-related tasks and other duties as needed. 
  • Performs other duties assigned 

Qualifications:

Core Qualifications

  1. High school diploma or equivalent.
  2. Basic knowledge of recruitment processes (job postings, resume screening, interviewing).
  3. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  4. Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
  5. 1-3 years of recruiting, HR, or administrative experience

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
  2. Prior experience in a recruitment, HR, or administrative role (internships and volunteer work welcome).
  3. Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or HRIS platform.
  4. Familiarity with Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) hiring requirements and certifications.

Global LIFE Benefits: (center-based) 

  • Be part of a team with an important mission to help people with disabilities  
  • 12 paid holidays 
  • 2 weeks of Paid Time Off (3 weeks after completion of 2 years) 
  • Spring | Fall | Winter breaks 
  • Health | Vision | Dental 
  • Wellness Program (stay healthy, earn rewards, discounts on insurance premiums) 
  • 401K/Roth Retirement Plans 
  • Performance and attendance bonuses 
  • Annual longevity bonuses based on organization profitability 
  • Employee Assistance Program (free counseling and other assistance) 
  • Professional development opportunities  
  • Inhouse trainings 
  • Discounts on degrees through partnership with Capella University  
  • Learn from different disciplines 
  • As a non-profit 501c-3, LIFE may qualify you for student loan forgiveness. 
  • Employee appreciation  
  • Birthday gift, monthly cupcakes for all staff  
  • Employment anniversary recognition every year, special gifts at 1, 3, 5, 10 and 15 years  
  • Employee of the month for each department. Recognition, gift, personalized parking space for the month 
  • All staff celebrations (close center, fun staff social activities) 
  • Monday treats for all staff 
  • Free work shirts including a special department spirit shirt 
  • Beautiful 10-acre facility with multiple specialty environments 
  • Departmental budgets used to buy what staff want (e.g., food, ET, supplies) 
  • Partial Paid FMLA

"Working together to empower people through extraordinary services for developmental disabilities."

At Lauren’s Institute for Education, it is inherent in our purpose and mission to promote acceptance, equity, and inclusion, both with the community we serve and those we entrust that service to. These principles are at the forefront of our model and growth. We strive to create an environment and culture where everyone believes they have equal value, regardless of gender, sex, religion, age, orientation, culture, national origin, ability level, etc. We believe that by creating an environment where all people thrive, we will be able to create a more successful and diverse organization that best serves our community. We acknowledge the different biases that exist in our world and work to ensure that they do not hinder our impact. We, therefore, are committed to collecting data and evaluating procedures about the diversity of our staff and those we serve, to ensure there are not misaligned practices from our values, or if there are, to adjust to the best of our ability.

Lauren’s Institute For Education (L.I.F.E.) is a non-profit organization serving people with disabilities in Gilbert, AZ in an all-inclusive transdisciplinary treatment center.

Skills / Requirements

Skills/ Requirements

  • Ability to prepare accurate, organized recruitment and retention data for leadership use. 
  • Strong attention to detail in managing candidate records, onboarding materials, and compliance documentation. 
  • Skilled in conducting interviews across various formats (phone, virtual, and in-person) using consistent evaluation methods. 
  • Proficient in coordinating hiring and onboarding processes to ensure a smooth candidate experience. 
  • Capable of monitoring and organizing retention and separation data to support HR initiatives. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with candidates, staff, and leadership. 
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills, building positive relationships with candidates and team members. 
  • Adaptability and flexibility when recruiting for a wide variety of roles. 
  • Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and grow in the HR field 

Important Notes

Ability to obtain (or already have)

  • Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card