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Position Summary

The Talent Engagement Specialist is a strategic partner to the HR Leader,  responsible for sourcing and advancing high-quality candidates through the recruitment pipeline. This role focuses on identifying viable talent, facilitating the assessment process, and presenting qualified candidates to hiring managers with clear, thoughtful summaries and recommendations.
This position does not conduct pre-screen interviews and instead plays a critical role in ensuring only top candidates move forward based on assessment performance, experience, and overall fit for the role and team.

Location & Work Environment
This role is hybrid,  While this role is primarily remote, your success happens out in the community. You’ll need to be based in California and ready to travel locally for what matters: university partnerships, hiring fairs, and active street outreach.  We offer the flexibility of working from home, provided you’re ready to show up and represent us in person whenever there’s a chance to find great talent

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of heavy sourcing or recruiting experience, preferably in healthcare or mission-driven sectors.
• Community Engagement: Proven ability to build partnerships with educational institutions and a willingness to participate in active, street-level outreach.
• Tech & Equipment Proficiency: High level of comfort navigating new software and handling standard office equipment without needing a manual for every task.

• Judgment: Strong ability to synthesize data (resumes + assessments) into clear, actionable recommendations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to evaluate candidate quality based on a "quality over quantity" mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to "sell" the mission to a diverse audience.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple roles and pipelines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and modern communication tools (RingCentral/Zoom).

Key Responsibilities
I. Talent Sourcing, Assessment Coordination, and Candidate Presentation

• Educational Partnerships: Build and maintain active partnerships with colleges, universities, technical schools, and career centers to create a consistent pipeline of specialized talent.
• Street Outreach & Community Engagement: Participate in direct street outreach and grassroots initiatives. This involves engaging with the public in community spaces to raise awareness of career opportunities and build local talent pools.
• Pipeline Development: Execute aggressive sourcing strategies via social platforms, referrals, and niche job boards to identify high-quality, viable candidates.
• Event Coordination: Represent the organization at local hiring events, career fairs, and community gatherings to expand our reach within specific counties and program priorities.

Assessment-First Recruitment Process

• The Filter: Introduce prospective talent to our "assessment-first" workflow. You are responsible for ensuring candidates complete evaluations within a 48-hour window.
• Candidate Summaries: Review resumes alongside assessment data to prepare a concise "Value Proposition" for each qualified candidate, including:
• Key qualifications and relevant experience
• Assessment performance details
• Overall fit for the role and team
• Personal insights and recommendations

• Technology Mastery: You are a quick study when it comes to learning new platforms and operating essential workplace equipment. You’re tech-forward and don’t mind a little basic troubleshooting when the printer or an app acts up to keep the process moving.

Candidate Advancement to Hiring Managers

• Submit candidates who receive a successful assessment score to the hiring manager.
• Provide the candidate’s resume and summary for review.
• Partner with hiring managers to align on next steps.

II. Interview Coordination and Candidate Experience

• Upon hiring manager approval, coordinate interview scheduling
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the interview process
• Ensure a seamless and professional scheduling experience

III. Pipeline Management, Reporting, and Collaboration

• Results-Driven Tracking: Maintain real-time updates in our ATS (Workable) and recruiting trackers. Success in this role is based on meeting pipeline health metrics and hiring progress goals.
• Hiring Manager Partnership: Collaborate closely with leadership to align on candidate quality. You are the gatekeeper—only assessment-validated candidates move forward.
• Candidate Experience: Serve as the primary point of contact, ensuring a high-touch, professional experience from the first "hello" to the final interview coordination.

Process Compliance & Integrity

• Ensure all recruitment activities align with company policies and fair hiring practices
• Maintain strict confidentiality of candidate information

Benefits

• 160 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Sick Time
• 11 paid holidays per year, including birthday and one floating holiday after one year
• 4 paid volunteer hours per month
• Bereavement leave, including fur baby bereavement
• 90% employer-paid employee-only medical benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-term & long-term disability, AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Monthly stipend
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Employee discount programs
• Quarterly in-person events

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pacific Health Group, along with its divisions, is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are devoted to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our commitment is to ensure equal employment opportunities for every qualified candidate, irrespective of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

At Pacific Health Group, we recognize the importance of accessibility and are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We believe that our strength lies in our diversity, and we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the varied communities we serve. Join us in a workplace where everyone's contributions are valued and respected.

Pre-Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of our pre-employment process, which includes a background check and the submission of all required documentation and new hire paperwork.

AI & Human Interaction (HI) in Recruitment

Pacific Health Group is committed to fairness, equity, and transparency in our hiring practices. We use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to help match candidate resumes against our job descriptions, focusing on qualifications, skillsets, and location.

All resumes that meet these criteria are then reviewed by HI (Human Interaction) — our recruiting and HR team. Pacific Health Group remains true to our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement, ensuring that every candidate is given fair and consistent consideration.