Recruitment Manager Jobs in California
Recruitment Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across technology, entertainment, healthcare, and professional services at every level from in-house coordinator to senior talent acquisition leader. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, where companies like Apple, Kaiser Permanente, and Warner Bros. Discovery maintain substantial recruiting operations. The most in-demand specialties are technical recruiting, high-volume hiring, and executive search. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Recruiting Manager
Location: Culver City, CA
Job Type: Full-time, In-person
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director of People and Culture
About us
Special Needs Network, Inc. (SNN) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and families affected by autism and other developmental disabilities in underserved communities. We provide hands-on care, advocate for equitable access to services, and work closely with families, educators, and healthcare providers.
At SNN, our work is rooted in purpose. Every hire you make directly supports programs that change lives. Join a mission-driven team where your leadership will help expand access to critical services and strengthen communities every day.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Recruiting Manager to lead talent acquisition for our Culver City team. In this full-time, in-person leadership role, you will oversee and execute full-cycle recruiting strategies to attract and hire top talent across our in-home and clinic-based programs.
This role goes beyond recruiting execution. You will build and lead a high-performing recruiting function, partner closely with organizational leadership, and ensure we are positioned to scale effectively while maintaining a strong, mission-aligned culture.
The ideal candidate has experience recruiting within ABA or healthcare-related fields, with a strong understanding of roles such as Behavior Technicians, Behavior Consultants, and BCBAs. You are both strategic and hands-on, highly organized, data-driven, and passionate about developing people and processes.
This is an opportunity to grow as a leader while making a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive, and mission-focused environment.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring
- Partner with department leaders to understand hiring needs and define role requirements
- Develop effective recruiting strategies to attract top talent across clinical, administrative, and leadership roles
- Create and manage job postings and hiring timelines
- Lead onboarding sessions weekly to ensure successful new hire integration
- Conduct 30 and 60 day check-ins to support employee success and retention
- Supervise and coach recruiting staff, monitor KPIs, and drive team performance
- Maintain hiring projections and ensure staffing goals are met efficiently
- Build partnerships with universities, job boards, and community organizations
- Represent SNN at job fairs, networking events, and hiring initiatives
- Continuously improve recruitment processes, tools, and systems
- Ensure compliance with all employment laws and company policies
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- You lead a recruiting team that consistently meets or exceeds hiring targets
- Hiring managers rely on you as a trusted strategic partner
- Positions are filled with high-quality candidates who stay and grow with SNN
- Recruitment operations are efficient, scalable, and data-informed
- New hires have a seamless and positive onboarding experience
- You proactively build talent pipelines that support future growth
- SNN’s employer brand becomes stronger within the communities we serve
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in recruiting leadership or high-level full-cycle recruiting
- Experience in ABA, healthcare, or nonprofit recruiting strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of roles such as Behavior Technicians, BCBAs, and related positions
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to analyze recruiting data and drive continuous improvement
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and accountability
- Proactive, adaptable, and mission-driven
Why Join Us
- Make a meaningful impact in underserved communities
- Lead and shape a growing recruiting function
- Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
- Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits
Apply Today
If you are a strategic recruiting leader who is passionate about building teams that make a difference, we encourage you to apply and join SNN.
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Management: 1 year (Preferred)
- Recruiting: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Culver City, CA 90232 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Taco Bell24

- Robert Half8

- Bloom Energy3

- AppFolio2

- CrossCountry Mortgage2

Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage29
- Technology & Software22
- Consulting & Professional Services9
- Staffing & Recruiting9
- Retail6
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in recruitment manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM-CP certification preferred by California employers
- Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruiting across California's competitive talent markets
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, or iCIMS
- Ability to partner with hiring managers and senior leadership to align talent strategy with business goals
- Knowledge of California employment law, including fair chance hiring and pay transparency requirements
Recruitment Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a recruitment manager in California?
Most recruitment managers in California begin with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or psychology, then build several years of hands-on recruiting experience before stepping into management. California does not require a state-issued license for this role, but earning credentials like the PHR from HRCI or the SHRM-CP signals professional standing to employers. Many hiring managers in California also look for experience in the state's regulated industries, particularly healthcare and finance, where compliance knowledge matters.
How much do recruitment managers make in California?
Recruitment managers in California earn a median of about $170,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,430 for the lowest 10% to over $307,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire recruitment managers in California?
Employers hiring recruitment managers in California right now include Taco Bell, Robert Half, and Bloom Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major health systems, and entertainment studios means demand for experienced recruiting leadership is consistent across multiple industries throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most recruitment manager jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego have the most recruitment manager openings in California. The distribution reflects where corporate headquarters and large employer campuses are concentrated, with the Bay Area driven by technology firms, Los Angeles anchored by entertainment, media, and healthcare, and San Diego supported by life sciences and defense contractors that maintain sizable in-house talent teams.
Are there remote recruitment manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. Recruitment is largely a desk-based, communication-driven role, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 12% of recruitment manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the broader shift among California tech and professional services firms toward flexible work. Roles focused on executive search, technical recruiting, or corporate talent strategy tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a recruitment manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a recruiter or talent coordinator role first and building toward management from within. Large California employers like Northrop Grumman, Sutter Health, and major UC system campuses regularly hire recruiting coordinators and sourcers who advance into senior and managerial roles over time. Earning a SHRM-CP credential and gaining experience with California-specific hiring compliance, including pay transparency and fair chance ordinances, gives candidates a clear edge when applying for their first management position.
Where can I find and apply to recruitment manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to recruitment manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers. Search the available roles, identify positions that match your experience and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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