Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist  

Reports To: Talent Acquisition Manager 

Status: Full-time; Non-Exempt  

Location: Hybrid - Los Angeles (Little Tokyo Office) or West Covina (SGV Office)  

Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; occasional evenings or weekends as needed  

Hourly Range: $30.00 - $37.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications) 

Are you passionate about giving back to your community and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people? 

Who We Are: 

In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path. 

What We Do: 

Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer LifeCraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 2,250 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 150+ Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach. 

Ideal Candidate: 

You believe that every candidate interaction is a reflection of who Woodcraft Rangers is. You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and genuinely enjoys the hunt — building relationships, uncovering talent, and guiding candidates through a process that feels personal, not transactional. You move with urgency, stay organized across multiple open roles, and bring both warmth and professionalism to every touchpoint. You belong here if you believe that recruiting is a service — to candidates, to hiring managers, and ultimately to the young people whose futures depend on the quality of the team we build. 

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers: 

• Competitive salary – $00.00 - $00.00 per hour 

• Paid vacation & sick time – generous time off to recharge 

• Lifecraft program – free college & career advancement for all staff 

• Upward mobility – promote-from-within culture 

• Kaiser medical plans (majority employer-paid), dental & vision  coverage 

• Employer-paid life and disability insurance 

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions – invest in your future 

• Pet insurance – because your whole family matters 

• Mission-driven work – impact 30,000 + young people annually 

Role Overview: 

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, the Talent Acquisition Specialist executes full-cycle recruiting across assigned regions and staff categories — sourcing, screening, scheduling, and supporting candidates from first contact through offer acceptance. This role is on the front lines of Woodcraft Rangers' ability to hire qualified, mission-aligned staff  across Los Angeles, the San Gabriel Valley, and the Inland Empire. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is a key driver of  pipeline health, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes, partnering closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager and Hiring Managers to meet staffing goals across all seasons. 

Responsibilities: 

• Execute full-cycle recruiting for assigned requisitions, including frontline program staff, HQ roles, and high-volume seasonal hiring across multiple regions 

• Source candidates through job boards, social media, college and university partnerships, community organizations, workforce development boards, and employee referrals 

• Build and maintain a healthy, year-round pipeline of qualified candidates for recurring and anticipated staffing needs 

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