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Make a Real Impact Every Day!

At Lauren’s Institute for Education (L.I.F.E.), we believe in empowering individuals with developmental disabilities through education, support, and compassion.

Why You’ll Love Working at L.I.F.E.: 

Salary: $40,000 - $50,000 Dependent on experience

Great Benefits: 

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance 
• Spring, Fall and Winter Paid breaks
• 12 Paid Holidays after 90 days 
• PTO that grows with you: 2 weeks (3 after 2 years) 
• Wellness Program: earn rewards + insurance discounts 
• 401K + Roth plans with company match 
• Partial Paid FMLA
• This equates to an added 20 - 25% in potential benefits for total compensation.

Awesome Perks: 

• 5 free L.I.F.E. shirts to start, with seasonal restocks 
• Monthly cupcakes, football treats, and staff celebrations 
• Employee of the Month gift + parking spot 
• Birthday gifts + recognition for service milestones 
• Department budgets for staff-requested items 
• Discounted degree options + in-house trainings 
• Eligible for federal student loan forgiveness (L.I.F.E. is a 501(c)(3)) 
• 10-acre facility with a thoughtfully designed and beautiful outdoor environment 

Key Responsibilities: 

• 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 and orientation 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 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. 
• Attends departmental meetings as needed to coordinate staffing needs. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (or eligibility to obtain). 
• Basic knowledge of recruitment processes (job postings, resume screening, interviewing). 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information. 
• 1-3 years of recruiting, HR, or administrative experience 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or related field. 
• Prior experience in a recruitment, HR, or administrative role (internships and volunteer work welcome). 
• Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or HRIS platform. 
• Familiarity with Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) hiring requirements and certifications. 

Physical Demands: 

This position requires a combination of routine administrative activity and occasional physical tasks. Employees must be able to: 

• Sit, communicate, and remain attentive to surroundings for extended periods 
• Occasionally stand, walk, bend, kneel, or reach as part of daily responsibilities 
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds when assisting consumers with mobility, transfers, equipment, or program materials 
• Push or move items up to 50 pounds, such as wheelchairs, furniture, or supplies 
• Maintain adequate vision (close, distance, and peripheral) to complete job-related tasks safely and effectively