Recruitment Specialist - Temp

LIFEMOVES•Santa Clara, CA

9d•$30 - $38•Hybrid

About The Position

LifeMoves is the largest and most effective provider of interim housing and services for homelessness in Silicon Valley since 1987. Our mission is to end homelessness by providing interim supportive housing, tailored services, and building collaborative partnerships. With over two dozen interim supportive housing communities and more on the way, LifeMoves gives our neighbors experiencing homelessness a temporary place to call home while providing intensive, customized case management through site-based programs and community outreach. POSITION PURPOSE The Recruitment Specialist plays a critical role in advancing LifeMoves’ mission by attracting, engaging, and hiring top talent across the organization. This position is responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle—from strategic sourcing and candidate evaluation to onboarding—while partnering closely with hiring managers to meet current and future staffing needs. The Recruitment Specialist also champions a positive candidate experience and supports the organization’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by implementing inclusive hiring practices. Through proactive outreach and relationship-building with community partners, industry professionals, and educational institutions, this role helps to build a strong and diverse talent pipeline that supports the long-term success of LifeMoves’ programs and services. This role qualifies for a hybrid schedule (a minimum of 2 days in the office, 3 days remotely, and a maximum of 3 days remotely). This is a temp role.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Recruitment Specialist, Talent Acquisition Partner, or in a similar full-cycle recruiting role.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Demonstrated ability to assess candidate qualifications and cultural fit across a variety of roles.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruiting tools.
Ability to manage multiple searches and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to the mission, values, and goals of LifeMoves.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, with exposure to account management.
Background in staffing agency, corporate recruiting, nonprofit, or talent acquisition environments.
Familiarity with CRM or HRIS systems such as Paycom, Workday, or iCIMS.

Responsibilities

Design and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates across a wide range of roles and departments.
Proactively source, screen, and engage candidates using diverse channels such as job boards, social media platforms, professional networks, and employee referrals.
Conduct interviews and evaluate candidates’ skills, experience, and alignment with organizational values and position requirements.
Partner closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and guide them through each stage of the hiring process.
Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline to support both immediate and long-term staffing needs.
Ensure a consistent, positive, and high-quality candidate experience throughout the entire recruitment lifecycle.
Establish and maintain relationships with industry professionals, community organizations, and academic institutions to enhance recruitment efforts and talent outreach.
Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion by embedding inclusive practices throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
Manage pre-employment processes, including reference checks, background screenings, documentation collection, and coordination of onboarding logistics.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.