Recruiter & Community Outreach Specialist

Description Summary / Objective

The HR Recruiter & Community Outreach Specialist manages the full-cycle recruitment process for both exempt and non-exempt positions across the organization. This role serves as the primary talent acquisition partner for operations and administration, while also building and sustaining relationships with local and regional community organizations, educational institutions, and workforce development programs.

Essential Functions

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for all exempt and non-exempt open positions, including job posting, sourcing, application review, interview scheduling, candidate communication, offer extension, and pre-employment processing.
• Develop and implement proactive sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, employee referrals, career fairs, and community partnerships to build a qualified and diverse talent pipeline.
• Conduct initial screening calls and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers; provide guidance to managers on effective interviewing techniques and legal compliance.
• Partner with the HR team and department heads to understand workforce needs and develop position-specific recruitment plans and timelines.
• Maintain all applicant and recruitment documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and company policy, including EEOC and OFCCP compliance requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and regional workforce development agencies, community colleges, high schools, vocational programs, tribal organizations, and other community partners to promote employment opportunities at Milford Mining.
• Represent the company at local and regional job fairs, career events, community outreach functions, and industry networking events.
• Travel regularly to company operational sites and worksites to connect with employees, assess workforce needs in the field, and support on-site hiring events.
• Career Development: Coordinate with the HR team to maintain and update job descriptions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Track and report on key recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, and applicant flow; use data to continuously improve the recruiting process.
• Support the coordination and maintenance of employee recognition programs as they relate to onboarding and early employment engagement.

Requirements

• Competencies: Business Acumen, Communication, Customer Focus, Critical Evaluation, Ethical Practice, Global & Cultural Awareness, HR Expertise, Relationship Management, Supervisory Responsibility
• Work Environment: Operates in both an office setting and in the field. Regular travel to company operational sites, mine facilities, and off-site community and recruiting events. Exposure to dirt, slurry, mud, hazardous chemicals, noise, dust, and other conditions normally found in active mining and industrial mineral processing environments.
• Physical Demands: Regular standing, sitting, talking, and hearing. Capable of driving to local and regional locations and navigating active worksites. Must be able to wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Education and Experience: 1–2 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including exempt and non-exempt hiring. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience. Experience with community outreach, workforce development partnerships, or campus recruiting preferred. Preferred: 3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Additional Eligibility Qualifications: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification preferred. Work Authorization: Authorized to work in the United States.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.