Recruitment specialist

Title Code : JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for developing and implementing programs, initiatives, events, and training to source, identify, screen, and hire a diverse pool of applicants in support of AACPS's goals and strategic plan.

This position independently performs Human Resources related duties at the professional level. May carry out responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas : recruiting, applicant screening, training, employment, and workforce diversity, and may carry out responsibilities in other areas within the division.

Management reserves the right to limit the use of annual leave during specified timeframes.

Additional Work Days / Hours

Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and / or hours may be required as needed :

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Evenings / Nights
• Extended hours
• Outside of normal business hours
• Overtime as needed
• Summer hours
• Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies and implements efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies.
• Coordinates, attends, and participates in recruitment events, trips, presentations, and other outreach to prospective applicants, assisting their successful navigation through the hiring process.
• Screens candidates using online applicant tracking system. Interviews applicants to match experience with specific job requirements.
• Determines need and eligibility for open contracts and applicants readiness for hire. Foster relationships to build a pool of applicants for future consideration.
• Collaborates with human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending certification status, experience credit, salary ranges, start dates, and other pertinent details.
• Works with school principals, administrators, and supervisors to meet staffing needs; determines availability and location of positions, and resolves problems.

Partners with hiring managers to communicate various Human Resources policies, procedures, laws, standards and government regulations.

• Interprets personnel policies, regulations, and negotiated agreements and advises administrators and employees accordingly.
• Utilizes automated applicant tracking system to track employment applications, develop reports, conduct analyses, write analytical reports, and make appropriate recommendations.
• Participates and assists with new hire processing, assisting with preparation of new hire information, welcome packets, and responding to new hire questions regarding Human Resources and employment at AACPS.

Audits transactional data in the Human Resource Information System (HRIS).

• Demonstrates excellent customer service focus through personal interactions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

• Two (2) years successful experience in human resources preferred.
• Two (2) years professional recruiting experience required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Excellent project management skills and ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and planning skills as demonstrated by previous work experience. Results-oriented and ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Knowledge of federal and / or state legislation / regulations as pertains to areas of responsibility.
• Excellent Human Relations Skills.
• Engaging and highly driven with an action orientation and a positive, can-do personal approach.
• Knowledge of and experience in effective human resources practices.
• Knowledge of and experience with automated Human Resources Information Systems and electronic applicant tracking system.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and function in an environment with changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video / Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, Crystal and / or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA / DMV) required; and
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Personal Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

N / A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Sitting : over 2 / 3 percent of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• Wrist deviation : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding : over 2 / 3 percent of the time
• Pushing : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• Pulling : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• Reaching (with hands and / or arms) : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• Stooping : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• Bending : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• Twisting : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• Talking : over 2 / 3 percent of the time
• Hearing : over 2 / 3 percent of the time
• Driving : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment : over 2 / 3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment : under 1 / 3 percent of the time
• In the community (homes, businesses, etc.) : between 1 / 3 and 2 / 3 percent of the time

Noise Level

Moderate : over 2 / 3 percent of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

Up to 10 pounds : under 1 / 3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

• 10% monthly day travel within the state to colleges and universities and career fairs.
• 5% semi-annual overnight travel out of state to colleges and universities and career fairs.

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date : 8 / 1 / 2023

Established

Last updated : 2024-02-27