at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? The Salvation Army Central Territory Headquarters is seeking a motivated and experienced professional to join our Human Resources Department as the Territorial Recruiting and Background Investigations Specialist. The Salvation Army is one of the largest charities in the United States and is an international organization based on Biblical principles created to help people in need. We are mission-driven, diverse, collaborative, and focused on positive results for people. Join our team to help support our mission by Doing the Most Good!
Job Objective:
Perform recruitment activities in sourcing, attracting, and engaging top talent to assist in meeting the staffing needs of the organization. As a "second chance" employer, The Salvation Army is intentional about providing opportunities for people who have been impacted by the justice system. This person weighs that with the need to protect the organization when evaluating candidates for employment and volunteer positions.
Essential Functions:
Ensures excellent candidate experiences while recruiting for Territorial Headquarters (THQ) and the College for Officer Training (CFOT) positions as requested, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations governing recruitment and hiring practices
Continually evaluates the Territorial Background Check Policy and related procedures/guidelines to ensure they comply with various state legal requirements and allow for the fastest turnaround time to hire. Gathers feedback and drafts policy updates for consideration
Educates staff on our policy and provides consultation with Human Resources and Volunteer leads throughout the territory. Presents at conferences when requested
Protects the organization by evaluating criminal records of employment and volunteer candidates throughout the territory, relying on our policy and independent judgement to determine eligibility for employment/volunteering
Assembles the Background Check Advisory Committee (BCAC) as needed when faced with complicated situations, providing detailed reports for analysis by the group
Communicates investigation decisions to division/command HR staff, ensures delivery of required correspondence to candidates, and maintains confidential files
Manages the Conditional Hire process, allowing for candidates to work under limited conditions. Makes recommendations for temporary Conditional Hire policy deviations when external factors (i.e., slow reporting by certain counties) change
Serves as the main liaison with our territorial background check management company to resolve problems and improve the efficiency of the process. Approves monthly invoices and charges divisions/commands accordingly
Ensures divisions/commands comply with background check policy by performing routine audits. Maintains and follows a master audit schedule. Completes audit review reports outlining detailed findings for territorial leadership
Facilitates THQ employee onboarding by performing in-person orientation sessions
Maintains an Operations Manual detailing processes and procedures for this role
Participates in at least one employee group/committee (Suggestion, Recognition & Rewards, Mission, Health & Wellness, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
Provides support for various Human Resources Department projects including THQ employee recognition event, THQ Christmas celebration, Territorial Human Resources Conference, etc.
Education & Certification:
Associate's degree in Human Resources or a related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a Human Resources position with proven success in recruiting. Experience reviewing criminal history is highly desired.
OR: Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, Outlook)
Professional etiquette, initiative, creativity, organization, communication, and group/teamwork skills
Ability to work independently and maintaining the utmost confidentiality
High emotional maturity and sound judgement to make independent decisions
Excellent time management skills to manage multiple projects, stay on task and meet deadlines
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
