Recruiting Specialist

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About The Position

The Recruiting Specialist builds talent pipelines and attracts, interviews, and evaluates applicants against job requirements. The role works with managers to coordinate interviews and assess candidates, and contributes recommendations to improve the organization’s attractiveness to applicants. The position supports recruiting department and organizational goals and may include monthly or quarterly travel. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities beyond those listed.

Requirements

Proficient computer skills, including MS Office.
Professional communication and organization skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Access to insured and reliable transportation.
High school diploma or GED required.
One to two years of previous experience.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with others to exchange information.
Monthly or quarterly travel required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communication, or a relevant field preferred.
Prior recruiting or talent acquisition experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Build talent pipelines by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites; share organizational information, opportunities, and benefits; give presentations; and maintain rapport.
Determine applicant requirements by reviewing job descriptions and qualifications; attract applicants through job advertisements and reactive and proactive recruiting techniques.
Interview applicants, analyze their responses, and compare their qualifications with job requirements.
Coordinate schedules to arrange management interviews when applicable.
Evaluate applicants by discussing job requirements and qualifications with managers and interviewing candidates using consistent criteria.
Recommend policies and practices to improve the organization’s attractiveness, monitor job offers and compensation practices, and highlight benefits and perks.
Meet or exceed Recruiting Department and organizational goals.