Overview
HR Specialist Jobs in Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area at Homeward Bound Inc.
Title: HR Specialist
Company: Homeward Bound Inc.
Location: Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
Join Our Team: HR (Recruiting) Specialist
Location: Plymouth, MN
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Are you a passionate and organized professional who thrives on building relationships and making a difference? Homeward Bound is seeking an HR Specialist I to lead full-cycle recruiting and community outreach initiatives in support of our mission to help individuals with disabilities live full and dignified lives.
About the Role
As our HR Specialist I, you will be the face of Homeward Bound in recruitment efforts, cultivating internal talent, developing outreach partnerships, and innovating strategies to attract top candidates. You’ll work closely with hiring managers and team members across the organization, ensuring a seamless and inclusive hiring experience while supporting broader HR activities such as onboarding, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of recruiting: job postings, interviews, hiring, and onboarding
Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting dashboards
Build strong community and organizational partnerships to support recruitment
Coordinate digital and print marketing efforts for open positions
Conduct new hire check-ins and analyze hiring metrics
Support HR team projects, including benefits enrollment and employee communications
What You Bring
2+ years of experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, Marketing, or a related field
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Knowledge of HRIS systems and social media platforms (UKG, Canva, LinkedIn, etc.)
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Valid MN Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Why Work at Homeward Bound?
When you join our team, you’re joining a mission-driven nonprofit that places relationships at the heart of everything we do. Our employees consistently share that the most rewarding part of working here is the meaningful connections they build—with the people we serve and with each other.
We offer competitive benefits, including:
403(b) with employer match
Affordable health insurance (ICHRA)
Dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
Employee education scholarships
Paid training and more!
Make an Impact
Be part of a compassionate and dedicated HR team helping to empower others and foster inclusive communities across the Twin Cities.
Apply Today! Email your resume to [email protected].
Homeward Bound is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
