HR & Recruiting Specialist

HR & Recruiting Specialist (Austin, TX — In Office) At SelfPublishing.com, we help people turn their ideas into bestselling books — and their books into movements that change lives. We've helped thousands of authors publish, launch, and grow their impact — reaching millions of readers worldwide. Now, we're growing our own team — and we're looking for an HR & Recruiting Specialist who's passionate about people, culture, and building an in-office community that inspires growth and excellence. If you love recruiting elite talent, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and believe in creating a culture built on hard work, integrity, and impact — this might just be your dream role. As our HR & Recruiting Specialist, you'll be the heartbeat of our culture — helping us attract, develop, and retain elite talent while fostering a thriving, high-performance team environment. You'll own recruiting, onboarding, and people operations from end to end — ensuring that every new hire not only fits our mission but raises the bar. You'll play a key role in shaping in-person culture, improving team satisfaction, and driving growth through great people. This is a full-time, in-office role at our West Lake Hills location in Austin, TX — perfect for someone who loves being around people, thrives on energy and collaboration, and leads by example. You'll be doing: Recruiting elite, high-performing talent at volume — managing 1–3 new hires per month Leading full-cycle recruiting: sourcing, interviewing, and closing top candidates Managing onboarding and offboarding to ensure every employee has a best-in-class experience Running performance management cycles and supporting leadership in growth conversations Driving initiatives that improve Employee Promoter Scores (EPS) and overall team culture Overseeing payroll accuracy and HR compliance Planning and executing employee engagement programs and in-person team events Building and reinforcing an in-office culture that values hard work, community, and accountability Partnering with leadership to strengthen hiring systems, internal SOPs, and long-term people development The type of person who thrives here: Loves people and gets energy from interviewing, connecting, and developing others Can recruit elite talent at scale, and knows what great looks like Is obsessed with learning and personal growth — both their own and their team'sIs excited to build a strong in-office culture and sense of community Sets the example — in presence, effort, and attitude Has a strong GSD (Get Stuff Done) mentality Shares our values: hard work, personal responsibility, meritocracy, and excellence Has high EQ and can earn the respect of every team member Is a succinct, clear communicator who gets to the point Is fired up by fast-paced environments where results matter and people grow fast You're a great fit if you have:2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, or talent development Proven success hiring and developing high-performing talent Experience managing end-to-end recruiting, onboarding, and performance systems Proficiency with HR software (HRIS, ATS, etc.) and knowledge of HR compliance and payroll A track record of thriving in high-growth or performance-driven environments Bonus points for:4+ years of HR or recruiting experience in a fast-paced or startup setting Experience improving Employee Promoter Scores (EPS) or team culture metrics Background in community leadership (e.g. coworking spaces, church leadership, YoungLife, athletic coaching, or D2D sales teams) Prior experience in staffing, high-volume recruiting, or people development roles An athletic or competitive background — you love to win and help others do the same The pay:$50,000 – $80,000 / year (depending on experience)

If you're ready to help us grow a high-performing team, build a thriving culture, and make a lasting impact every day — we'd love to meet you. Apply now and help us build the future of SelfPublishing.com.