Recruiter I

Indygo • Indianapolis, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are IndyGo, a Municipal Corporation of Indianapolis – Marion County, and we’re proud to be the largest public transportation provider in the state of Indiana. We operate 30 transit routes throughout the county, providing nearly 10 million passenger trips a year to the good citizens of our region. IndyGo is committed to expanding mobility options to improve connectivity with the company’s mission, vision, and goals. The Recruiter I supports hiring strategies to meet the staffing needs and hiring goals of IndyGo, with an emphasis on union-represented positions such as Coach Operators and Mechanics, as well as corporate and administrative roles as needed. This role supports the full talent acquisition process, from sourcing through selection, across all job classifications and grades, and helps maintain recruitment pipelines to support high-volume hiring needs.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Human Resource Management or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Two (2) years of experience performing recruiting, interviewing, marketing, advertising composition, and public interaction functions is preferred; experience in a union-represented environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in using social media, job boards, internet research, and sourcing techniques.
• Knowledge of selection methods, including employment testing, behavioral interviewing, and compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of human resources policies and processes, including recruiting and selection, employee labor relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, and development.
• Proficiency in computer-based technologies, including Microsoft Office and other software applications, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Ability to collaborate inclusively with team members and departments, valuing diverse perspectives and fostering an environment of mutual respect and effective communication.
• Ability to analyze data and apply findings to recruiting decisions.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required during peak hiring periods.

Nice To Haves

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP / PHR or SPHR certification is preferred.
• Previous experience with an applicant tracking system (ATS) and other Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in achieving hiring goals by identifying, sourcing, recruiting, and screening qualified candidates.
• Partners with hiring managers to develop recruitment plans, clarify required job skills, create job descriptions and competencies, and select appropriate sourcing strategies for each position.
• Assists in the development of interview questions at the request of the hiring managers.
• Reviews resumes against job-related requirements; conducts candidate phone screens or assessments based on qualifications; and presents qualified candidates to hiring managers.
• Supports recruitment strategies by developing and maintaining candidate pipelines; proactively identify active and passive talent through the execution of recruitment plans and creative marketing strategies for high-volume staffing.
• Collaborates with team members to coordinate new hire onboarding activities.
• Builds community relationships by utilizing social media, competitive research, employee referrals, diverse recruitment sources, local colleges, and other outreach methods.
• Tracks expenses related to talent acquisition efforts and analyzes the effectiveness of recruiting strategies to support continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned in alignment with IndyGo’s strategic goals.

Benefits

• Full-time positions with guaranteed 40 hours/week
• Medical, dental, and vision (effective on the 1st of the month, 30 days after the start date)
• Free on-site wellness clinic for employees and their families
• Retirement plan (401A and 457B)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free IndyGo transportation for employees and their families
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees