HR Generalist - Recruiting Focus

Position: Human Resources Generalist – Recruitment Focus

Reports To: Human Resources Manager

Compensation: $22.00 per hour

Position Summary: 

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is seeking a motivated and Human Resources Generalist – Recruitment Focus to contribute to the Human Resources team and Aquarium operations by attracting, hiring, and retaining exceptional talent. The Human Resources Generalist – Recruitment Focus will have oversight of the full-cycle recruitment process and will provide broad HR support in other areas such as onboarding, compliance, and training coordination. The ideal candidate is passionate about people, thrives in a dynamic environment, and brings innovative strategies to connect top talent with the Aquarium’s diverse teams.

Institutional Summary: 

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium provides learning opportunities for all levels, interests, and ages, with the mission to inspire people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems since 1997. Since opening its new facility in Draper in March 2014, the Aquarium has welcomed over ten million visitors and provided more than 650,000 educational experiences to students. Home to more than 4,000 animals representing 650 species, the Aquarium showcases ecosystems from around the planet including kelp forests, coral reefs, the deep ocean, Antarctic waters, Asian cloud forests, South American rain forests, and the waterways of our home state of Utah. Loveland Living Planet Aquarium has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 2019. With a new expansion currently under construction LLPA will soon be the largest aquarium in the Mountain West, and 5th largest aquarium overall in the continental United States.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of professional HR experience, with at least 1 year of recruitment or talent acquisition experience
• Experience in zoo, aquarium, hospitality, or non-profit environments preferred
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred

Critical Skills/Competencies: 

• Knowledge of full-cycle recruitment and current best practices
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate with candidates as well as internal staff and management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ATS platforms, ADP Workforce Now experience preferred
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism
• Commitment to the Aquarium’s mission of inspiring people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Staffing (Primary Focus)

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for all departments, from job posting to offer and onboarding
• Collaborate with department leaders to understand staffing needs and ensure job descriptions accurately reflect the needs of each role
• Utilize multiple sourcing channels, including job boards, community partnerships, and professional networks to attract diverse and qualified candidates
• Review resumes and applications to identify best candidates
• Conduct phone screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate candidates' qualifications and cultural fit
• Schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth process for both parties
• Prepare interview materials and provide guidance to hiring managers on best practices
• Provide timely updates and feedback to candidates and maintain a positive candidate experience
• Assist in the onboarding process, including preparing new hire paperwork, coordinating orientation schedules, and ensuring a seamless transition for new employees
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities, including candidate pipelines, interview feedback, and hiring outcomes
• Track and provide regular reports on recruitment metrics to department leadership
• Collaborate with department leaders to create and facilitate recruitment-related trainings

HR Admin & Support (Secondary Focus)

• Act as a Human Resources point of contact for Aquarium employees
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (EEO, ADA, FMLA, etc.)
• Assist in creating and maintaining compliance reports, including EEO-1
• Maintain and audit employee records and HRIS data
• Assist and support general HR processes including performance reviews, training and development, and engagement/appreciation initiatives
• Facilitate smooth onboarding and orientation experiences for new hires, ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures
• Gain a working knowledge of benefits programs in order to support employee questions
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands of the Job: 

• This position will be primarily in an office environment
• Periodic evening and weekend work is expected
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds

While this job description attempts to describe the essential functions of the position, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. The overall work environment while performing this job includes exposure to weather conditions and the noise level is usually moderate. The employee is expected to adhere to all policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.

The Living Planet Aquarium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.  We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or military status.   The Living Planet Aquarium is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process.  Should you require accommodations, please contact accommodation@livingplanetaquarium.org.