The Recruitment Assistant supports the HR team by managing the hiring process, including screening candidates, conducting background checks, and coordinating interviews. They also oversee the new hire onboarding process, maintain personnel files, and provide administrative support for various HR initiatives.
Requirements overview
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED along with strong organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential for this role.
A diverse nonprofit organization, Marrakech has been providing person-centered, unique, and effective human services for children and adults with and without disabilities throughout Connecticut since 1971. The services are varied but all share the common goal to assist individuals to achieve greater self-sufficiency while experiencing the best quality of life possible.
Our caring, inclusive and supportive team serves more than 1,000 individuals each year. They are our neighbors with disabilities, children transitioning to adulthood, friends battling with addiction, homelessness, and mental illness, and community members who need assistance to find a job or make ends meet. Marrakech helps provide homes, build skills, and support individuals and families in a person-centered way that encourages people to reach their potential. The result is stronger communities.
Mission
To provide residential, employment, support, referral, and advocacy services to individuals with disabilities and people with similar service needs to assist them in exercising their human rights as citizens and contributing members of society.
Vision
Our Vision is that each person we serve will live and work in the community and be accepted by their neighbors, co-workers, family, friends and acquaintances for their individual qualities and contributions.
Our Vision:
We envision a world where every individual is valued for their inherent worth—regardless of ability or circumstance—and has equitable access and support to lead a life of their own design.
Start Your Career in Human Resources
Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping people begin their careers? Marrakech Inc. is seeking a Recruitment Assistant to support our Human Resources team in finding, onboarding, and welcoming new employees who make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in Human Resources, Recruitment, or Talent Acquisition while working for a mission-driven organization.
Why You'll Love This Role
Gain hands-on HR and recruitment experience
Work with a supportive and collaborative team
Interact with candidates throughout the hiring process
Develop skills in onboarding, compliance, and talent acquisition
Make an impact by helping build a strong workforce
Growth opportunities within Human Resources
What You'll Do
Recruitment & Hiring Support
Assist with the hiring process, including obtaining references, background checks, and required applicant credentials.
Screen and assist in interviewing candidates.
Provide regular updates to hiring managers regarding applicants and new hires.
Assist in coordinating and hosting Career Open House events.
New Hire Onboarding
Prepare new hire packets, offer letters, and onboarding documents.
Complete the onboarding process with newly hired employees.
Collect and review required employment documentation.
Create employee ID badges and issue key fobs and PIN numbers.
Serve as the primary contact for new employees during orientation and training.
Help troubleshoot questions and provide support until employees are cleared to begin work.
Administrative & HR Support
Maintain personnel, medical, background, workers' compensation, and other HR files.
Assist with major HR initiatives including Open Enrollment, employee recognition events, mailings, and special projects.
Complete monthly reporting and invoice requisitions.
Monitor office supplies and coordinate orders as needed.
Ensure confidentiality of employee records and sensitive information.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in an office environment.
Experience with Human Resources, recruiting, onboarding, or administrative support.
Experience using HRIS, payroll systems, or web-based software platforms.
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to navigate recruiting platforms and online databases.
License Requirement
Valid Connecticut Driver's License.
Pay & Schedule
Pay: $19.28 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm (30-minute lunch) = 40 hours per week
Benefits:
Paid time off (PTO) and Dedicated Sick Time
Paid Holidays
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Paid and Unpaid Leave for:
Bereavement
Jury Duty
Disaster Relief Volunteer
Family and Non-FMLA Medical Leave
Military Leave
Employer- Sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (for full time employees)
External Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (for full time employees)
401K and Profit Sharing Plan
Educational Benefits, Including:
DSP Credentialing through the NADSP
Tuition Reimbursement
Tuition discounts at local colleges and universities
Access to Various Voluntary Insurances and Benefits
Staff Recognition Program
Other Financial Benefits, Including but not limited to:
Dayforce Wallet (On-Demand Pay)
Marrakech’s Homeownership Program
Perfect Attendance Bonus Program
Recruitment Referral Bonus
Other Corporate Discount Programs
Marrakech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hiring and promotion of employees will be based upon qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected activity or any other basis prohibited by law.