HR Talent Acquisition Partner, Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations

About the role

The Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations is seeking to hire a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join its team to support and enhance the agency's recruitment efforts.

Responsibilities

• Establish recruiting strategies requirements by studying organization plans and objectives; meeting with managers to discuss needs and providing comprehensive recruitment activities for assigned programs within the DOHMH.
• Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community-based organizations, academic institutions, employment agencies, media, and internet sites; providing organization information, opportunities, and benefits.
• Work collaboratively with programs by planning, communicating and leading successful outcomes of virtual hiring fairs using virtual platforms such as Zoom, Teams, etc., including, when necessary, preparing and managing breakout rooms.
• Determine the required and desired professional skillset and credentials of applicants by reviewing the minimum qualification requirements of existing vacancies.
• Attract applicants by collaborating with the citywide advertisement agency to place job advertisements on professional job boards; collaborate with other members of the recruitment team, use newsgroups and other external sourcing strategies including DCAS' Office of Citywide Recruitment, the Mayors Office of People with Disabilities, and the Mayors Office of Talent Acquisition.
• Utilize social media such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to promote job opportunities, source potential candidates, respond to interested candidates' inquiries about working for DOHMH, etc. and to help promote the DOHMH employer brand.
• Participate in panel interviews for priority positions; analyze candidate responses and partner with the hiring manager to determine the most qualified applicant to be considered.
• Establishing employer brand recognition within the diverse NYC community across all five boroughs by actively participating in and hosting career fairs and recruitment events. Participating in DOHMH sponsored community health events in adherence to our mission of protecting and promoting the health of all New Yorkers.
• Create New Job Opening
  Manage the HR Job Posting Process by assuming oversight responsibility for the timely review, editing, posting and distribution of assigned job vacancies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Vacancy Posting Process by providing first-line customer service to all DHRLs/Hiring Managers/Assistant Commissioners/Deputy Commissioners.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above;
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above;
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Benefits

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

Work From Home Policy

• Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

Job Security

• You could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Community Coordinator

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Additional Information

• The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
• New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Job ID

784074

Posted until

2026-08-25

Title code

56058

Civil service title

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

Title classification

Non-Competitive-5

Business title

HR Talent Acquisition Partner, Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations

Experienced (non-manager)

- Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

00

Number of positions

1

Work location

42-09 28th Street