HR & Recruiting Specialist

selfpublishing.com•Austin, TX

98d•$50,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

At SelfPublishing.com, we help people turn their ideas into bestselling books — and their books into movements that change lives. We’ve helped thousands of authors publish, launch, and grow their impact — reaching millions of readers worldwide. Now, we’re growing our own team — and we’re looking for an HR & Recruiting Specialist who’s passionate about people, culture, and building an in-office community that inspires growth and excellence. If you love recruiting elite talent, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and believe in creating a culture built on hard work, integrity, and impact — this might just be your dream role. We help purpose-driven individuals achieve their goals through writing and publishing books. Our mission: help 100,000 people publish a book by 2035, impacting 120M+ lives through what we call Leveraged Impact. (You can hear more about it in our TEDx talk). We’re not just helping people write books — we’re helping them change their lives. Our students gain confidence, clarity, and opportunities they never imagined possible. We’ve built one of the highest success rates in online education because we genuinely care — about our authors, their stories, and the ripple effect they create. As our HR & Recruiting Specialist, you’ll be the heartbeat of our culture — helping us attract, develop, and retain elite talent while fostering a thriving, high-performance team environment. You’ll own recruiting, onboarding, and people operations from end to end — ensuring that every new hire not only fits our mission but raises the bar. You’ll play a key role in shaping in-person culture, improving team satisfaction, and driving growth through great people. This is a full-time, in-office role at our West Lake Hills location in Austin, TX — perfect for someone who loves being around people, thrives on energy and collaboration, and leads by example.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, or talent development
Proven success hiring and developing high-performing talent
Experience managing end-to-end recruiting, onboarding, and performance systems
Proficiency with HR software (HRIS, ATS, etc.) and knowledge of HR compliance and payroll
A track record of thriving in high-growth or performance-driven environments

Nice To Haves

4+ years of HR or recruiting experience in a fast-paced or startup setting
Experience improving Employee Promoter Scores (EPS) or team culture metrics
Background in community leadership (e.g. coworking spaces, church leadership, YoungLife, athletic coaching, or D2D sales teams)
Prior experience in staffing, high-volume recruiting, or people development roles
An athletic or competitive background — you love to win and help others do the same

Responsibilities

Recruiting elite, high-performing talent at volume — managing 1–3 new hires per month
Leading full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, interviewing, and closing top candidates
Managing onboarding and offboarding to ensure every employee has a best-in-class experience
Running performance management cycles and supporting leadership in growth conversations
Driving initiatives that improve Employee Promoter Scores (EPS) and overall team culture
Overseeing payroll accuracy and HR compliance
Planning and executing employee engagement programs and in-person team events
Building and reinforcing an in-office culture that values hard work, community, and accountability
Partnering with leadership to strengthen hiring systems, internal SOPs, and long-term people development