Recruiter

Hy-Vee, Inc.•West Des Moines, IA

About The Position

We are looking for candidates experienced in retail recruiting, working in a fast paced environment with a high volume of recruiting. The ideal candidate is driven by success, self-motivated, competitive yet team oriented! We are looking for recruiters who exhibit high energy and are excited about recruiting. This person will hire candidates for all positions within Hy-Vee. Facilitates effective techniques and procedures to ensure full employment. Initiates and assists in recruiting for new stores and new markets. Candidate must reside in the market they support.

Requirements

Commitment to the Hy-Vee Mission and a willingness to promote the values of the company
Good verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to relate to and interact with people in a friendly, professional manner
Ability to identify problems, develop and execute solutions
Ability to interact with basic computer systems, including word processing, spreadsheet and email applications, as well as job-specific programs
Highly organized and detailed orientated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
High school diploma or equivalent required
3-5 years related retail management, recruiting, hiring experience necessary
Visual requirements include: ability to see detail at near range with or without correction
Must be physically able to perform sedentary work: occasionally lifting or carrying objects of no more than 10 pounds, and occasionally standing or walking
Must be able to perform the following physical activities: stooping, kneeling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions

Responsibilities

Works with Director of Recruiting to determine current and future employment needs for training programs, existing stores, as well as new stores
Involved in all phases of the recruiting process, including interviewing and hiring as needed
Attends career and job fairs, both professional and college level.
Participates in informal career fairs at colleges, universities, high schools, and community organizations
Develops and maintains contact with high schools, colleges, universities, churches, career counselors, deans, department heads, and military
Establishes contacts and develops relationships with diverse organizations
Recruits from other businesses
Develops and reviews recruitment materials i.e. direct mail pieces, flyers, brochures
Develops and reviews marketing materials for new stores and new markets
Organizes advertising efforts for new stores and new markets, including but not limited to Chamber of Commerce, Facebook, job boards, newspaper, radio, and other forms of advertising
Works with stores to determine hiring needs and assist them in the recruiting process
Communicates to store directors and Human Resources managers regarding interviews, background, and prescreening on all candidates
Responds to internal/external inquiries regarding opportunities within the new store/market
Collaborates with the Store Director and HR Supervisor in regards to facilitating mass hire events
Coordinates and assists employee development team regarding internship programs with colleges who offer specialized training, i.e. management, culinary arts, food service, and floral design for the local market
Communicates opportunities to trainees who have completed department training programs, with the goal of full employment
Achieves goals set by Director of Recruiting including number of candidates hired and placed
Reports to work when scheduled and works expected number of hours
Works in conjunction with our Human Resources and Training and Education teams to develop and coordinate the annual Hy-Vee Career Day and other activities.
Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required