A New York City-based nonprofit services organization is seeking a new Talent Acquisition Specialist for a contract Remote position.

About the Opportunity:
- Shift: Day
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 9am to 5pm (35-hour workweek with 1-hour unpaid lunch)
- Setting: Remote
Responsibilities:
- Leading sourcing and recruitment efforts for assigned roles
- Developing proactive sourcing strategies
- Managing the recruitment process from outreach through the offer stage
- Screening and interviewing candidates to assess skills and fit
- Supporting high-volume hiring tied to new program funding
- Coordinating the background clearance lifecycle
- Maintaining communication with candidates to minimize attrition
- Tracking requisitions and candidate activity in the ATS
- Ensuring compliance with hiring requirements
- Providing recruitment coordination support
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in Recruitment or Talent Acquisition
- Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent experience
- Experience with sourcing candidates for mission-driven roles
- Familiarity with background checks or compliance-driven processes
- Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with managers and external partners
- Detail-oriented and reliable in a fast-paced environment
Desired Qualifications:
- Recruitment certification
- Experience in Case Management and/or Social Services hiring
- Advanced abilities in Sourcing
