Brella · 1 month ago
HR & Recruitment Specialist
Brella is a company focused on early education, and they are seeking an HR & Recruitment Specialist to manage the full recruitment lifecycle for teachers and center staff. This role will also support daily Human Resources operations across multiple locations, ensuring a positive candidate experience and compliance with hiring regulations.
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Responsibilities
Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment process for teaching staff, administrative staff, and other center personnel for all three locations (Playa Vista, Pasadena, and Hollywood)
Activities include: Creating and posting compelling job descriptions, sourcing candidates through various online and in-person channels, screening resumes, conducting initial phone or video interviews, scheduling interviews with Center Directors, attending job fairs or networking events, and extending offers
Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience from application to hire
Compliance: Ensure all hiring practices comply with state and federal regulations, particularly those related to early childhood education licensing (e.g., background checks, mandated training verification)
Partnership: Collaborate closely with Center Directors and the People and Culture Manager to understand staffing needs, timelines, and role requirements
Onboarding Support: Facilitate the new hire paperwork process and coordinate with Center Directors to ensure a smooth transition and orientation for new employees
Reporting: Report on recruitment metrics and HR activities to the People and Culture Manager
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR files (digital and physical)
Day-to-Day HR: Assist with general HR and payroll tasks, including answering employee inquiries, assisting with benefits enrollment questions, and coordinating training and development initiatives
Policy & Procedure: Assist in communicating and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
Employee Relations: Support Center Directors in addressing basic employee relations issues, escalating complex matters to the People and Culture Manager when necessary
Data Management: Update and manage the HRIS (Human Resources Information System) with employee status changes, terminations, and personal information updates
Culture: Support in company cultural initiatives and employee celebrations
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, with at least 1 year focused on recruitment, preferably in the education, non-profit, or service industry
Strong understanding of basic HR and recruiting principles, employment laws, and best practices
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple open requisitions simultaneously
Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel regularly between our Playa Vista, Pasadena, and Hollywood locations as part of the hybrid schedule
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Experience working with ADP Workforce Now is preferred
Working experience in early childhood education is preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Company
Brella
Brella is a child care center that provides flexible scheduling and quality care.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$12.79M2022-01-11Seed· $5M
2021-04-06Seed· $7.79M
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