Human Resources Recruitment Specialist - HUMAN RESOURCES

Sedgwick County • Wichita, KS

1d • $24

About The Position

Build and sustain strong talent pipelines for Sedgwick County by partnering with department leaders and hiring managers to support timely and effective recruitment efforts. This role focuses on proactive sourcing, outreach, and relationship-building within the community, including regular participation in career events, job fairs, and networking opportunities. The recruiter delivers a professional, inclusive candidate experience and serves as a trusted resource throughout the recruitment process, while departments retain final hiring authority. The position also supports the use and continuous improvement of HR recruiting systems and ensures recruitment activities align with employment policies, equity principles, and best practices.

Recruitment and Community Outreach

Coordinate Countywide recruitment with input from the Director of Employment and Training by building pipelines and guiding outreach and advertising. Represent Sedgwick County at career and community events statewide (limited out-of-state travel; personal vehicle required) to expand partnerships and diverse outreach. Coordinate the Recruitment Committee and County event participation, collaborate on recruitment materials and career site updates, and ensure compliant, equitable, and accessible practices.

Power User of Sedgwick County Recruiting System

Serve as the County’s recruiting-system subject matter expert by supporting requisitions, training users, and using system data to strengthen talent pipelines. Monitor applicant flow and candidate quality, recommend sourcing adjustments, and review applications to provide interview recommendations. Coordinate Veterans’ Preference reviews and notifications, maintain related standard operating procedures and training materials, and support recruitment metrics reporting for continuous improvement.

Career Site, Data, Technology, Recruitment Tools Oversight

Monitor and support the County’s Career Site by coordinating with the Director of Employment and IT to resolve issues and recommending updates that improve accessibility, navigation, and applicant engagement. Administer recruitment tools and platforms as the primary vendor contact, and manage Sedgwick County’s virtual career fair setup and department access.

Departmental Support

Cross-train in training coordination to support HR training activities by assisting with curriculum logistics, utilizing HR systems as needed, and strengthening collaboration between recruitment and training functions. When requested, support departments by serving on interview panels for entry level and other early career positions.

Requirements

• Meet one of the two following sets of qualifications: Two years of professional experience in personnel recruiting, employment services, human resources, or a related field; or one year of recruiting experience for a Sedgwick County department. OR Two years of experience with a Sedgwick County department in forward-facing customer service or client-based services roles.
• Up to one year of the required experience may be substituted with relevant education, training, or coursework that provides applicable knowledge and skills in recruitment, human resources, or workforce development.
• Per Sedgwick County policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid US driver’s license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance.
• Must have access to a personal passenger vehicle to complete the driving duties of the position.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience recruiting for a large or complex organization with multiple departments, classifications, or work units.
• Direct experience using an applicant tracking system or electronic recruiting platform.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Human Resources certification such as PSHRA-CP, SHRM-CP, PHR, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Countywide recruitment with input from the Director of Employment and Training by building pipelines and guiding outreach and advertising.
• Represent Sedgwick County at career and community events statewide (limited out-of-state travel; personal vehicle required) to expand partnerships and diverse outreach.
• Coordinate the Recruitment Committee and County event participation, collaborate on recruitment materials and career site updates, and ensure compliant, equitable, and accessible practices.
• Serve as the County’s recruiting-system subject matter expert by supporting requisitions, training users, and using system data to strengthen talent pipelines.
• Monitor applicant flow and candidate quality, recommend sourcing adjustments, and review applications to provide interview recommendations.
• Coordinate Veterans’ Preference reviews and notifications, maintain related standard operating procedures and training materials, and support recruitment metrics reporting for continuous improvement.
• Monitor and support the County’s Career Site by coordinating with the Director of Employment and IT to resolve issues and recommending updates that improve accessibility, navigation, and applicant engagement.
• Administer recruitment tools and platforms as the primary vendor contact, and manage Sedgwick County’s virtual career fair setup and department access.
• Cross-train in training coordination to support HR training activities by assisting with curriculum logistics, utilizing HR systems as needed, and strengthening collaboration between recruitment and training functions.
• When requested, support departments by serving on interview panels for entry level and other early career positions.

Benefits

• Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed