Recruiting & Onboarding Specialist

Description:

About The Apartment Company

The Apartment Company is a San Diego-based property management firm committed to delivering exceptional living experiences across our portfolio. We focus on delivering high-quality service, fostering community engagement, and empowering our employees to create vibrant, well-maintained residential communities. Our people-first culture supports continuous growth and values diversity, collaboration, and initiative. We believe that great communities start with great teams, and we’re building something special.

Why Join Us

At The Apartment Company, you're more than an employee, you're an essential part of a team that’s reshaping residential experiences. We offer a supportive, inclusive culture where your voice matters. Enjoy meaningful work, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to grow with a company that truly values its people. You'll work alongside experienced leaders who are passionate about excellence and are invested in your success.

Position Summary

We’re looking for a proactive, organized, and bilingual Recruiting & Onboarding Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment and drive an exceptional onboarding experience for new hires. This role will be instrumental in sourcing top talent, maintaining a seamless hiring process, and ensuring every new employee feels welcomed, supported, and set up for success in their first 90 days.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment (Full-Cycle)

• Develop and execute strategic recruitment plans for property management, maintenance, and administrative roles.
• Post and manage job listings across platforms (job boards, social media, internal channels).
• Review applications, conduct phone screenings, and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for ongoing and future hiring needs.
• Collaborate with department leaders to refine job descriptions and staffing strategies.

Onboarding

• Manage offer letters and hiring documentation in compliance with employment regulations.
• Facilitate background checks, reference verification, and pre-employment screenings.
• Coordinate and lead new hire orientation, benefits overview, and policy introductions.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all onboarding paperwork and system setup.

90-Day Integration & Support

• Serve as the point of contact for new hires during their initial employment phase.
• Schedule regular check-ins to assess engagement and provide support.
• Liaise with supervisors to ensure effective onboarding and performance feedback.
• Administer and document 90-day performance reviews with hiring managers.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience (property management or related industry preferred).
• Proven onboarding experience with new hire integration and culture assimilation.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, or equivalent experience.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish required.
• Strong multitasking and communication skills.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of employment laws (EEO, ADA, FCRA, I-9, etc.).
• Familiarity with property management operations and hiring needs.
• Proficiency in ATS systems, Paychex, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Teams.

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $70,000-$95,000K annually (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (available the first of the month following 60-days of employment)
• 401(k)
• Paid parental leave
• Ancillary Aflac Benefits (Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Short-Term Disability)
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off