Talent Acquisition & Engagement Partner chez Pacific Quest

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

• Healthcare including preventative health and wellness coverage; optional prescription, dental and vision benefits
• Paid time off accrual and holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• 401k plan
• Prodeals and discounts