Join Our Team at Block Institute!

Established in 1962, Block Institute is a Brooklyn-based non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Committed to our mission-driven approach, we believe in building meaningful relationships, embracing challenges as opportunities, and inspiring and being inspired every day.

Position: HR Senior Recruitment Specialist

Salary Range: $90,000 - $95,000 Annually

Summary:
Block Institute is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Recruitment Specialist to oversee our recruitment process. This role involves working closely with all Programs/Departments to understand their hiring needs and develop a recruitment plan to attract and hire top talent. The Sr. Recruitment Specialist will manage the hiring process from beginning to end, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for both the Agency and candidates.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The following duties are essential to the role. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Understand HR processes and talent acquisition trends.
• Monitor labor legislation and governing body requirements in conjunction with the HR Director to implement necessary changes for compliance.
• Collaborate with Finance in the creation of new positions.
• Build quality, professional relationships with internal management/staff and external recruitment agencies.
• Manage and develop the team of HR Recruiters.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and Program/Department heads to understand their staffing needs.
• Develop and implement recruiting strategies and processes that align with the Agency’s goals and values.
• Write job descriptions and job postings that accurately reflect the required skills and qualifications.
• Post job openings on the company website, job boards, and other recruitment channels.
• Oversee recruitment analytics to ensure methods and strategies are successful; use analytics to develop effective staffing strategies and inform Program/Department heads.
• Ensure that sourcing, screening, and interviewing of candidates are accomplished by all Recruitment staff using effective methods to assess their skills and qualifications.
• Ensure the recruitment process delivers a positive candidate experience.
• Organize recruitment processes for job fairs, both on-site and off-site.
• Must be flexible about hours; offsite travel is a requirement.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Mandatory attendance at required in-service training; demonstrate compliance with all regulations and Block Institute policy and procedure requirements.
• Learn and master the use of any and all software systems and technology utilized by the Agency on a Program by Program basis.
• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent and arrive at meetings and appointments on time.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Oversee the Recruiter and Onboarder positions.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree
• 3-5+ years of recruitment experience
• Willingness to travel for work
• Proficiency in computer skills for internet recruitment
• Experience with Paycom is a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid time off – vacation and sick leave
• 403(b) retirement account
• Professional development opportunities
• Commuter benefits plan

Join Our Team!
If you are passionate about making a difference and have the qualifications and experience required, we encourage you to apply.

Block Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.