Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Who are we?

J/PR is a global communications firm specializing in public relations, content creation, and social media. We work with some of the best hotels, resorts and lifestyle brands in the world, including Relais & Chateaux, Vail Resorts Hospitality and Hilton Luxury Brands to name a few. You can see our current client list here. Being a part of this international powerhouse agency will connect you to a roster of distinguished hotels, resorts, restaurants, real estate projects, and destinations across the globe, elevating your career (and your frequent flier status). We tell compelling original stories to connect brands to their target audiences. We're passionate, professional, and purpose-driven. We're dedicated to our work, the agency, our clients, and each other.

Forbes said "These are the Women Dictating Where You're Traveling," and Inc. Magazine featured J/PR in an article titled, "How Two Millennial-ish Women Built a PR Powerhouse." This is in addition to numerous awards like PR News Best Places to Work, New York Observer PR Power 50 for five years in a row, The PR Net 100, Forbes Five Star Agency, PR Couture Spotlight Agency of the Year, and Crain's Best Places to Work (to name a few).

At J/PR, we're incredibly intentional about our company culture, and we wholeheartedly believe in a work-life blend, where you'll be empowered to continue learning and growing through travel, mentorship, training, and retreats, along with a connected company culture.

Who are you?

A natural connector of people and a strong communicator, you find fulfillment in helping others land and start their dream job. You are a champion of all things culture, and your ideal day is spent talking to prospective candidates, onboarding new teammates, and supporting our existing team in their career development. You love being part of a small team where you collaborate daily, have an impact, and support others on team goals. No task is too big or too small, and you're excited to roll your sleeves up and help your team grow.

The Role

Our Talent Acquisition Coordinator finds and attracts new employees to our organization, then onboards them with the same excellence that matches J/PR's hospitality clients. You are responsible for marketing for job openings, seeking out incredible candidates, reviewing applications, conducting initial screenings, and walking candidates through the interview process. A Talent Acquisition Coordinator also plays a primary role in the onboarding process of new employees through their first 90 days. You collaborate cross-functionally with our accounts team members, IT, Biz Ops, and agency leadership throughout the entire employee lifecycle, administering our internal talent and development programs.

This is a hybrid role based in our San Diego headquarters, requiring 3 days a week in the office, with flexibility for additional days on-site as-needed for onboarding new hires and career fairs. At this time, local candidates will be prioritized.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Vice President of People and Culture on staffing needs for all departments
• Draft and post job listings on JazzHR and other digital recruitment platforms, updating internal job descriptions as needed
• Own end-to-end recruitment for all interns and entry-level hires in a fast-paced, ever-changing agency environment
• Coordinate the Internship Program, with support from office leads
• Prepare and coordinate onboarding and training for all new hires
• Administer cyclical performance reviews in Lattice, our performance management system
• Maintain relationships with a large passive talent pool
• Ensure accuracy in internal HR systems
• Attend job fairs to recruit entry-level talent
• And other tasks, projects, or duties as required

Experience & Qualifications

• College Degree or comparable experience required, preferred studies in human resources management or a related field
• 2 years of recruitment or HR experience with behavioral interviewing and coordinating experience
• Adaptable and agile, able to work independently with a sense of urgency and prioritize multiple ongoing projects with competing deadlines
• Skilled at collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders in a high-touch, hybrid environment
• Experience with Lattice or other performance management systems preferred
• Familiarity with hiring regulations and compliance issues
• Basic knowledge of media and news cycles
• Basic understanding of Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

Benefits

J/PR offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• $25 - $30 an hour, commensurate with experience
• Eligibility for year-end discretionary bonus
• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Accrued PTO
• Birthday PTO
• Flexible Release Fridays
• Hotel trade with our world-class clients (complimentary stays across our entire portfolio)
• Hybrid office schedule (3 days in office), Fridays remote
• Corporate ClassPass discounts
• Pet insurance discounts
• Milestone gifts at 1, 5, and 10 years
• Annual holiday and summer parties, plus regular socials
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Applicants for employment must possess work authorization for the country in which they are applying, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

J Public Relations (J/PR) and 20Two Studio (Studio) strongly support equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

J/PR and Studio recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. J/PR and Studio may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting, and search firms.