POSITION TITLE: Talent Engagement Specialist

DEPARTMENT:  People & Culture

REPORTS TO:  SVP of People & Culture

LOCATION: 41st Shelter

Join a Legacy of Hope and Empowerment at Covenant House New York!

For over 50 years, Covenant House New York (CHNY) has been at the forefront of transforming lives by providing comprehensive shelter, housing, and wrap-around support services for vulnerable homeless, runaway, and exploited youth. As the largest provider of these essential services in New York City, CHNY impacts the lives of over 1,500 young people aged 16-24 every year.

At CHNY, our doors are open to all young people in need, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression. Our dedicated team offers various services, including shelter, housing, education, employment, health, mental health support, youth development, and anti-human trafficking initiatives. We operate with harm reduction and trauma-informed principles to ensure the best care for our youth.

But our mission goes beyond immediate support. We are passionate advocates for systemic change, influencing public policy, and raising awareness of the critical issues surrounding youth homelessness. Our ultimate goal is to provide a safe refuge and empower young people to build a brighter future founded on compassion, unconditional love, and absolute respect.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of countless young people. Join a team that inspires long-term transformation and hope.

Job Summary

 

The Talent Engagement Specialist supports Covenant House New York’s recruitment function and works closely with the Director and SVP of People and Culture to develop and maintain a diverse talent acquisition strategy.  This position is responsible for identifying, engaging, interviewing, and hiring employees. The Talent Engagement Specialist will also work closely with the training and development team to onboard new employees.

 

Duties & Responsibilities

(Responsibilities to include but not limited to the following)

 

Responsible for recruitment efforts for all exempt and non-exempt personnel from sourcing to onboarding, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Oversee and manage Applicant Tracking system; create and run various reports to track recruitment efforts (time-to-fill, referral source, etc.).

Use various methods, including social media platforms, networking events, minority recruiting events, and other outreach efforts, to recruit and network with potential candidates and build a quality and diverse candidate pool.

Work with hiring managers to develop and execute recruitment strategies and follow up regularly to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.

Review applications to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements for the position.

Follow up with hiring managers after the interview to determine whether a placement can be made; review candidate feedback forms to ensure that candidates were assessed for functional expertise and cultural fit.

Work with the Director and SVP of People and Culture to strengthen employer branding across all mediums, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Recommend new approaches and processes to improve the efficiency of the recruitment process. 

Ensure proper onboarding for new hires and that the necessary paperwork is completed promptly and accurately, including but not limited to checking references and credentials and verifying experience and background. 

Participate in all required training, supervision, and staff meetings. 

Attend training and seminars to stay current on Human Resources laws, legislation, and trends. 

Use tact when expressing ideas or opinions and display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers.

Maintain compliance with applicable equal employment opportunity (EEO) and related employment laws and regulations.

Ensure compliance with all governmental regulations, including ERISA, ADA, and FMLA.

Operate fully out of CHNY’s mission, vision, and five (5) principles and maintain an environment that displays this culture.

Perform other duties as assigned/needed.