Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions! Allied Universal is currently seeking a Staffing Specialist. If you are a dynamic individual with a passion for service excellence and would like to be an integral part of our success, please consider joining our team. This person will be responsible for managing the branch Master Schedule, managing the open post list, and interviewing/hiring Security Professionals (and other non-exempt branch positions) to reduce overtime and open posts based on branch hiring needs. + Monday - Friday in office + Pay Rate: $22.00 / hour The Allied Universal corporate headquarters in Irvine, is currently seeking a **Staffing Specialist** that can help support recruiting on a national level. As an entry-level staffing specialist, you will be responsible for conducting structured interviews, screening candidates for hourly positions, and extending offers of employment. This role is fast-paced and focuses on efficiently evaluating potential candidates to meet staffing needs for our clients. You will utilize standardized interview guides, follow a structured process, and ensure each candidate has a positive experience. **Key Responsibilities:** + **Conduct structured interviews:** Lead 12-18-minute standardized video interviews with potential candidates for hourly positions, ensuring a consistent, professional, and objective process. + **Evaluate candidates:** Assess candidate qualifications based on predefined criteria, including experience, availability, and functional fit, to determine if they meet client requirements. + **Extend offers of employment:** Immediately extend conditional job offers to qualified candidates after successful completion of the interview and screening process. + **Provide excellent candidate experience:** Ensure that all candidates are treated with respect and professionalism, offering clear communication about the steps of the employment process. + **Collaborate with recruitment team:** Work closely with recruitment supervisors and team members to meet hiring goals and provide feedback on the process. + **Data entry and system updates:** Accurately record interview outcomes, offers made, and candidate information in applicant tracking system (ATS). + **Adhere to performance metrics:** Achieve daily and weekly performance targets related to the number of interviews conducted, offers made, and candidate satisfaction **A Typical Day (8-Hour Shift):** 1. **First 30 minutes – Preparation:** + Review daily hiring goals and candidate pipelines + Prepare interview materials and system logins 1. **Next 6-7 hours – Conducting Interviews:** + Conduct a minimum # of structured interviews daily + Evaluate candidates, document interview results, and extend offers where applicable + Take brief breaks between interviews to reset and maintain focus 1. **Final 30-60 minutes – Administrative Duties:** + Update candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) + Follow up on pending offers or next steps for candidates in the process + Communicate with supervisors on any challenges or updates for the day **Skills & Qualifications:** + **Education:** High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred. + **Experience:** No prior recruiting experience necessary, but a minimum of 1 year customer service, call center, or sales experience strongly preferred + **Communication Skills:** Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to engage candidates effectively over the phone. + **Time Management:** Strong ability to manage time effectively and handle a high volume of interviews daily. + **Detail-Oriented:** Ability to accurately document candidate interactions and ensure data is entered into the system properly. + **Tech-Savvy:** Comfortable using digital tools and platforms, including applicant tracking systems (ATS) and phone systems. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Maintain the Master Schedule for all accounts in assigned branch. In daily coordination with Operations Manager(s), update the Master Schedules based on new hires, terminations and transfers, and ensure the company’s “scheduling philosophy” is properly maintained and consistently applied. Create weekly Open Post List based on openings in the Master Schedule and/or personnel upgrades identified on an as needed basis. Work closely with Regional Recruiter to evaluate open post needs and ensure recruiting activities support branch hiring needs + In coordination with the Regional Recruiter, oversee the branch’s applicant flow to include contacting all applicants, tracking follow up calls, scheduling interviews at branch for qualified candidates, conducting interviews, arranging for second interviews with clients/Account Managers as required by specific sites, and ensuring all processes for tracking and follow up with applicants is followed. As directed by the Regional Recruiting Manager/Director, assist with applicant tracking and other hiring reports; + Schedule new hires for orientation in coordination with the Human Resource staff, establishing training schedules, and tracking the applicant through the entire “hiring life cycle” through post assignment; + Participate with the Regional Recruiter and/or Regional Recruiting Manager/Director and Corporate Human Resources on an as-needed basis in the development of recruiting strategies and projected annual hiring plans; + Occasionally attend periodic relevant recruitment activities, such as job fairs, recruitment programs, etc. with Regional Recruiter on an as-needed basis. Participate in in-branch recruiting activities (i.e., STAR events) set up by Regional Recruiter; **Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices . **Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices . **Job ID:** 2025-1329141 **Location:** United States-California-Irvine **Job Category:** Human Resources