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.
• Conducts initial interviews prior to candidate referral to Branch office(s) for secondary interviews and screening.
• Participates in applicant screening; administers surveys and interview enhancement tools, and refers potential candidates contacted at job fairs, etc., for follow-up interviews.
• Reviews employment applications and evaluates work history, education and training, job skills, compensation needs, and other qualifications and requirements of applicants.
• Reviews job orders and matches applicants with job requirements, utilizing manual or computerized file search methods.
• Informs applicants of 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 G.E.D. 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.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
• Ability to use personal computers and office productivity software.
• Good interviewing skills.
• Ability to write original correspondence.
• Planning, organizing, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• 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

Additional Information

• Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.
• Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives.
• United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people.
• Their core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo.