Recruiting and Retention Specialist

Purpose The Recruiting and Retention Specialist exists to strengthen HC3’s ability to attract, engage, and retain the right people. The impact of this role is improved hiring speed and quality, a consistent and positive early employee experience, and stronger connection during the most critical stages of an employee’s tenure. Success in this role supports workforce stability, reduces disruption from vacancies and turnover, and helps HC3 sustain momentum as the business grows. Responsibilities The responsibilities for this position include the following: Own the full recruitment lifecycle with hiring managers, from intake to offer acceptance, ensuring timely hires, qualified candidates, and clear communication. Build and maintain strong hiring pipelines by developing partnerships with schools, training programs, job fairs, and local organizations that support current and future hiring needs. Coordinate and own the onboarding experience for new hires (offer letters, pre hire requirements, and onboarding activities) to ensure a smooth, organized transition into HC3. Serve as a consistent, trusted point of contact for candidates and employees, providing timely updates, answering questions, and resolving issues to support a positive experience. Own employee engagement and retention initiatives, including recognition, events, and early tenure touchpoints that help employees feel connected and supported. Coordinate community outreach and employee involvement initiatives, creating opportunities for employees to serve in the community and reinforcing HC3’s employer brand. Support the HR Generalist with employee facing HR needs during cyclical peaks (e.g., open enrollment logistics, 401(k) education sessions, internal communications). Competencies and Qualities Qualified candidates must have the following competencies and qualities: Connects and influences: builds rapport quickly, aligns busy stakeholders, and communicates with clarity and warmth Plans and prioritizes effectively: manages a fast paced workload and follows through on multiple requisitions Takes ownership: closes loops proactively and volunteers next steps before being asked Balances empathy with process: listens and responds with compassion while still upholding standards and maintaining clean, accurate data practices Exercises sound judgment and professionalism: handles sensitive information with discretion and professionalism Seeks and drives improvement: notices patterns and proposes simple, practical fixes Education, Experience, and Certifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or related field Experience in recruiting, campus/community outreach, or HR support with direct candidate interaction Preferred At least 1 to 3 years in internal recruiting/talent acquisition, including coordination of onboarding steps Familiarity with ATS/HRIS and Microsoft 365; comfort with basic recruiting/engagement snapshots Professional certification (e.g., SHRM/PHR) is a plus Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct reports. Work Environment This role is based in Irondale, AL and is expected to work regularly at the HC3 office. This position may be approved for some remote work at the discretion of management and in compliance with the Remote Work and Access Policy. Travel Occasional local travel for job fairs, school visits, and community partners and occasional travel to HC3’s additional facilities. Physical Demand This role requires prolonged computer use and the ability to remain seated or standing for extended periods while performing job duties. The position may also require occasional lifting, carrying, or moving of items weighing up to 15 pounds in support of event setup and material handling. Position Type and Expected Hours Full time, exempt. Standard business hours with flexibility for interviews, onboarding, and events. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.