Talent Acquisition and HR Specialist

The Talent Acquisition and HR Specialist plays a key role in building and supporting a motivated team at DIVINE SAVIOR LUTHERAN ACADEMY INC in Doral, FL. This onsite position connects recruitment and HR responsibilities, with a focus on identifying educators and staff who align with the school’s mission, values, and Christian principles. The position also supports broader HR administration as assigned.

In this role, you will lead recruitment efforts end-to-end while maintaining organized records and partnering with leadership to ensure staffing needs are met. You will also use HR tools and systems to support employee information, including contributions to processes such as terminations.

What you’ll do

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates aligned with the school’s mission and values
• Collaborate with school leadership to identify staffing needs and create job descriptions that reflect the institution’s requirements and ethos
• Source and engage candidates through channels such as online job boards, social media, and networking
• Conduct initial screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate qualifications, cultural fit, and alignment with Christian principles
• Coordinate recruitment events, including job fairs, information sessions, and networking opportunities within the Christian community
• Maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and recruitment metrics to monitor progress and improve recruiting effectiveness
• Ensure a smooth, efficient recruitment process from first contact through onboarding
• Assist with processing of terminations
• Use an HRIS system for employee records
• Support the Human Resources Director with other related duties as assigned

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in recruiting, preferably in an educational or non-profit setting
• Strong alignment with Christian values and principles
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
• Proficiency using recruitment software, applicant tracking systems, and social media platforms for talent acquisition
• Effective HR administration and people management skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple recruitment processes at once
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Existing network within Christian communities or organizations preferred
• Experience working in a Christian educational environment preferred
• Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required
• Experience working with a diverse workforce

Tools and systems

• HRIS system
• Recruitment software
• Applicant tracking systems
• Social media platforms

Core values

• Walk with God: follow Jesus in all areas of life and remain active in a Christian community
• Lead with a servant’s heart: positively influence and help those around you
• Thrive through cooperation: work with others toward a common goal
• Practice a growth mindset: view challenges as opportunities to learn and improve
• Live boldly and confidently: trust God’s plan and try new things

Location and reporting

• Location: Doral, FL (onsite)
• Reports to: HR Director

Physical requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to use repetitive finger and hand movements for keyboarding
• Occasionally walk around the facility and lift up to 15 pounds

Compensation: USD 60,000 per year.