Senior Recruitment Officer

•  Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites
• Establish a strong rapport with managers and in field offices to fill all vacancies in a timely manner. Ensure clear mutual understanding of staffing priorities and practical constraints
• Manage communications between applicants, HOD and others to keep all parties apprised of the status of each search. Work with the HOD’s to develop job descriptions and job qualification. Post advertisements in a variety of newspapers, trade publications, networks, etc.
• Screen/review applications evaluating factors as job experience, education, training, skills, knowledge, ability and develop a short list of potential candidates to forward to the HODs
• Manage candidate interview results and selection decision. Provide candidates feedback on interview results
• Manage offer process and negotiate compensation package including salary, start date and allowances for the given position
• Prepare contract letter for the new hires
• Submit all candidate information (resume, employment application, credentials, backup documentation) to the human resources department for on-boarding
• Recommend improvements to current recruitment processes to ensure streamlined, cost effective services
• Attend career fairs and conferences to promote pool of potential candidates
• As needed, support the human resources information system (HRIS)
• Respond to information requests from colleagues and the field in a timely manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

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