Talent Acquisition & Engagement Partner

At Pacific Quest, we believe meaningful change begins with connection with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us. Our work is grounded in compassion, integrity, accountability, and a commitment to helping young people discover their strengths and build a healthier, more purposeful future.

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition & Engagement Partner who is passionate about people and shares our commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel connected, supported, and inspired by the work they do. This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven team and help build the people and culture that make Pacific Quest unique.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Recruitment

Manage all stages of the recruitment process: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination
Ensure timely and effective hiring across all departments and levels
Conduct initial interviews and partner with hiring managers throughout the selection process

Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Development

Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates
Build and maintain relationships with passive candidates and long-term talent pipelines
Identify and leverage effective recruiting channels, including local, national, and niche platforms

Hiring Manager Partnership

Partner closely with managers to define role requirements and ideal candidate profiles
Provide support and input on interview practices, candidate evaluation, and hiring decisions
Support the development of interview guides, rubrics, and consistent hiring practices

Candidate Experience & Pacific Quest Brand

Ensure a responsive, professional, and engaging experience for all candidates
Represent Pacific Quest authentically, communicating our mission, culture, and expectations clearly
Support the development and ongoing improvement of job postings and recruitment messaging

Process Improvement & Operations

Maintain accurate records and reporting within the applicant tracking system
Monitor recruitment metrics and identify opportunities for improvement
Maintain and update recruitment processes, tools, and documentation
Conduct periodic audits of sourcing channels, job postings, and hiring workflows

Employee Engagement & Retention Support

Coordinate and evaluate employee engagement and retention initiatives to improve employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, strengthen organizational culture, and support Pacific Quest's strategic workforce goals

Onboarding & Training Support

Partner with HR and leadership to support onboarding processes and timelines
Provide training and guidance to managers on recruitment processes and best practices

Additional Duties

Assist with coordination of employee appreciation events and celebrations
Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

3+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience
Experience managing full-cycle recruitment across a variety of roles
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build relationships and influence hiring decisions
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Experience using applicant tracking systems, IOS, and Google Suite

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in behavioral health, healthcare, education, or mission-driven organizations
Familiarity with recruiting in geographically unique or talent-constrained markets
Understanding of trauma-informed environments or residential care settings

Key Competencies

Relationship-building and candidate engagement
Sound judgment in assessing both skill and cultural alignment
Creativity and resourcefulness in sourcing strategies
Ability to balance structure with flexibility in a dynamic environment
Strong alignment with Pacific Quest’s mission and values

Work Hours & Location

Full-time, 40+ hours per week. The schedule will require flexibility and will vary based on organizational and recruiting needs, including the needs of candidates and hiring managers.
This is a hybrid position requiring a combination of on-site work at Pacific Quest locations and home-based work. Ability to work on-site as needed to support organizational and recruiting needs, while completing other responsibilities remotely.

Physical Demands

With or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and mental requirements of this job may include the following:

Seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly
Extended periods of sitting and working on a computer, including frequent use of a keyboard, mouse, and video conferencing tools; ability to maintain focus and productivity during prolonged screen time
Ability to communicate clearly via phone, video, and written formats
Standing, walking, climbing stairs, traversing uneven terrain
Additional physical requirements may include occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds

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Resume/CV, Full name, Pronouns, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL

Do you have at least 3 years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience? choose one
Do you have experience managing full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening/interviewing, and offer coordination? choose one
Briefly describe your experience managing full-cycle recruitment. Which parts of the process have you personally managed? written answer
Have you recruited in healthcare, behavioral health, education, residential care, or another mission-driven organization? If yes, please briefly describe your experience. written answer
Are you comfortable working a full-time, Monday–Friday schedule with flexibility to adjust your schedule based on recruiting and organizational needs? choose one
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? choose one · optional
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that incomplete applications may not be considered. I further understand that any misrepresentation or omission may result in disqualification from consideration or, if discovered after hire, termination of employment. I authorize Pacific Quest to verify my employment history, education, and references, and to conduct other lawful background inquiries necessary to evaluate my qualifications for employment. I authorize all individuals, organizations, and institutions listed to provide relevant information for this purpose and release them, to the extent permitted by law, from liability arising from the good-faith provision of such information. I understand that any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, which may include a post-offer medical examination or inquiry, tuberculosis clearance as required for the position, and drug and/or alcohol testing, all conducted in accordance with applicable federal and Hawaii law. I understand that any medical examination or inquiry will be conducted only after a conditional offer of employment has been made and will be job-related and consistent with business necessity, as required by law. I further understand that drug and/or alcohol testing, if required, will be conducted in accordance with applicable law. I acknowledge that this application is not a contract of employment. If hired, I understand that my employment with Pacific Quest will be at-will, meaning that either I or the organization may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law. yes / no · optional

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