Recruitment Specialist

Birnie Bus Service, Inc•City of Amsterdam, NY

10h•$21 - $25

About The Position

The Recruitment Specialist coordinates candidate pre-screening, interview scheduling and interviewing, and provides support to location managers. The role handles initial contact and follow-up communications with potential candidates, uses an applicant tracking system (ATS) to track progress, and oversees recruitment steps throughout the hiring process. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position scheduled from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be needed for hiring events and job fairs. The role requires travel between multiple locations each week and attendance at local hiring events and job fairs. The hourly rate is $21–$25. The position works closely with the NYS Recruitment Manager and location management, supports candidate onboarding, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to nurture a positive candidate experience.
Excellent time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience using an applicant tracking system (ATS).
Ability to quickly learn applicant tracking software and other talent-management systems.
Ability to follow standard recruitment procedures and guidelines.
Ability to handle multiple locations.
Ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of recruiting or onboarding experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee regional hiring processes and workflows.
Review candidate applications in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
Use the ATS daily to screen applicants, track the new-hire process, keep notes on file, and update candidate profiles.
Schedule interviews with location management and notify staff of changes.
Contact qualified candidates promptly to schedule interviews.
Assist with applicant interviews by phone, video chat, and/or in person.
Follow up with candidates by phone and email regarding application status throughout the hiring process.
Maintain positive candidate engagement throughout onboarding.
Communicate initial hiring requirements to candidates before their start date, including identity pre-employment screenings, Drug & Alcohol testing, and the onboarding workflow.
Ensure candidate records are consistently updated in the ATS to match the onboarding system.
Provide additional assistance with candidate onboarding as required.
Work closely with location management to ensure the hiring process runs smoothly.
Travel between multiple locations each week.
Attend area hiring events and job fairs, which may require occasional evening or weekend hours.
Work closely with the NYS Recruitment Manager.
Perform other related duties as assigned.