Recruiter

Job Summary

Recruits Security Officers; places announcements for openings; works with agencies and other sources of personnel to secure candidates; participates in job fairs; follows up on leads.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Primary job function is recruiting Security Officers.

Essential Functions

• Identifies potential sources for recruiting Security Officers, such as through job fairs, associations, community organizations, advocacy groups, government agencies, military transition centers, vocational/technical schools, colleges and universities.
• Determines effective media campaigns, with guidance from Area or Branch management, such as advertising (print, radio, television), posters, flyers, etc.
• Counsels applicants on job duties and responsibilities, compensation and benefits, work schedules and working conditions, company and union policies, promotional opportunities, and other related information.
• Maintains records of applicants not selected for employment.
• Performs tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for assigned office.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• A reliable means of communication (i.e., pager or phone).
• A reliable means of transportation (public or private).
• The legal right to work in the United States.
• The ability to speak, read, and write English.
• A High School Diploma or GED.
• The willingness to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.

Education/Experience

• A High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company.

Competencies

• Understanding of recruiting methods and sources, and regulations related to the hiring process.
• Thorough understanding of standard office procedures and practices.
• The ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
• The ability to use personal computers and office productivity software.
• Good interviewing skills.
• The ability to write original correspondence.
• Planning, organizing, and project coordination skills.
• The ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• The ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• The ability to be an effective team member and handle projects responsibly.
• Strong customer and results orientation.

Working Conditions

• With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions.
• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey.
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Computer usage.
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
• Occasional to frequent use of vehicle required in the performance of duties.
• Regular talking and hearing.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Retirement plan.
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary life and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance plan.
• Securitas Saves discount program.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time away from work.