Job Details

Guardian is seeking a Full-Time Talent Acquisition-Human Resources Specialist. Joining the Guardian team provides a collaborative, professional, fun environment with opportunity to gain experience and grow in the Human Resources field. Attributes that will bring success to this position include proactive and creative thinking, excellent organization and self-management skills, and a minimum of one year plus of Talent Acquisition experience.

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, Guardian Real Estate Services is a leading multifamily management, development, and investment firm. Defined by our deep commitment to the communities in which we invest, Guardian continues to advocate for housing across the entire spectrum.

Our corporate office is located downtown Portland in the beautiful Park Avenue West building. We offer a friendly and professional environment in which to work plus the potential of part-time remote capability.

Our Human Resources department utilizes the ADP Workforce Now/Comprehensive Services platform for HRIS, Benefits, and Payroll. Experience with ADP Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is extremely desirable for this role.

Compensation: $55,000/year and up, depending on experience.

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Daily schedule will be decided upon hire.

Benefits: Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care FSA, Life/AD&D Insurance, Employer-matched 401-K, Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Commuter/Parking FSA, Employee Assistance Program.

Primary responsibilities for this position include:

• Working with hiring managers and managing multiple positions in our Applicant Tracking system (ATS).
• In conjunction with hiring manager, establish hiring criteria for open positions.
• Manage ATS reviewing open positions, selecting and prescreening applicants. Conduct pre-screening of resumes, and interviews to aid hiring managers in filling open jobs in a timely manner.
• Working with HR team, design and implement a strategic recruitment plan.
• Assist with routing jobs through the approval process and ensure all necessary approvals are collected prior to posting.
• Support a positive candidate experience by assisting Hiring Managers with the routing of candidates through the recruitment process, ensuring candidate flow is continually moving forward.
• Facilitate pre-employment screenings, approve background checks within established guidelines, send adverse action notifications, when applicable, and keep hiring managers informed of status.
• Support and execute recruiting strategy to fill jobs in a timely manner, in accordance with established guidelines and standards to ensure the best talent is placed in the right position.
• Generate and distribute offer packets.
• Generate reports as needed on talent acquisition metrics, including but not limited to, time-to-fill and candidate workflow.
• Create and maintain working relationships with local universities and colleges to aid in recruiting.
• Provide guidance on acceptable hiring practices to hiring managers.
• Create positive candidate experiences throughout recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Coordinate with staffing agencies on the placement of temporary employees when deemed necessary.
• Maintain a positive relationship with all staff to ensure excellent internal customer service.
• Other HR responsibilities as needed to assist with benefits and special projects.

Demonstrated knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of candidate sourcing vehicles and direct sourcing techniques.
• Proficient knowledge of state, federal, and local laws.
• Demonstrated high level of skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to accurately perform multiple tasks in a complex and fast-paced operating environment while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in the use of applicant tracking systems.
• Must be collaborative, proactive, flexible, responsible, and resourceful.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Guardian – Company Description

Guardian is a developer, owner, and operator of multifamily properties, providing innovative real estate solutions dedicated to community and housing for all. Based in the Pacific Northwest, our customer-focused team is committed to supporting and lifting the communities we serve. Since 2002, Guardian has developed or acquired 11,000 multifamily units and 350,000 square feet of commercial space. With more than 400 team members, our management portfolio consists of 125 communities across four states.

The Guardian Experience – Our People

Property Management is our strength. People have always been our passion. We are proud to have been recognized through employee surveys as a Top Workplace employer in 2022 and 2023. Our team is, and has always been, actively engaged in superior real estate management and enhancing the communities in which we live and work. The company is also an active contributor to a variety of housing and education causes, and in 2023, Guardian was named the Top Philanthropic organization for medium-size companies in its headquarters region. In this economy, companies come and go. As a third-generation, family-owned firm, Guardian's growth and stability have evolved the company into a leading Pacific Northwest real estate management and investment firm.

Guardian Offers

In addition to competitive salaries, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Holidays, we offer a culture in which individuals work and participate in collaborative team environments and are encouraged to continue to grow both professionally and personally.

AAP/EEO Statement

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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