Recruiting Specialist

About the Role

We are looking for an individual who enjoys focusing primarily on recruiting and onboarding to join our HR team.

Responsibilities

• Conducts meetings with hiring supervisors to discuss open positions, ideal candidates, and recruitment strategies.
• Utilizes Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to post job openings on various recruitment sites and analyzes effectiveness, adjusting methods as needed.
• Sources candidates via resume databases, social media, local colleges, universities, and networking sites.
• Uses phone, email, and social media to connect with talent communities.
• Participates in career fairs, online job fairs, and community networking events to attract quality candidates.
• Develops screening criteria, assesses resumes, and pre-screens candidates for hiring supervisors.
• Conducts initial phone screens to evaluate candidate skills, experience, salary requirements, and interest.
• Assists with interviewing candidates and checking references.
• Keeps candidates engaged with consistent communication throughout the hiring process.
• Extends employment offers and communicates key employment details (e.g., mission, vision, compensation, benefits).
• Provides consultative updates to hiring supervisors, including recommendations on next steps.
• Ensures recruiting processes comply with state and federal reporting requirements.
• Coordinates with HR Assistant to complete pre-employment requirements.
• Plans and facilitates new hire orientation, collaborating with the HR team and supervisors.
• Follows up with new hires during their introductory period to provide support and resources.
• Partners with employees and supervisors to communicate HR policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Provides performance management support as needed.
• Processes leave-of-absence requests (FMLA, non-FMLA, workers' compensation).
• Assists employees with timekeeping, benefits questions, and enrollment.
• Coordinates all-staff event preparations with the HR team.
• Participates in developing team goals, objectives, and systems.
• Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve HR efficiency.
• Participates in departmental meetings and required training.
• Assists with HR projects, audits, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field required. Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• At least 2 years of recruitment or talent acquisition experience, including sourcing, interviewing, and strategy development.
• Recruitment experience from a staffing agency or healthcare/social services is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience using an ATS and HRIS system is preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.
• Illinois Driver’s License and personal vehicle required for transportation between sites and recruitment purposes (mileage reimbursed).

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong ethical and professional standards.
• Customer service-focused with a commitment to respect, dignity, and compassion.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with applicant-tracking software, Microsoft Office Suite, or related tools.
• Familiarity with hiring laws, regulations, and best practices.

Pay

$55,000 - $63,000 per year. Wage is based on experience, qualifications, and bilingual language skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short/long-term disability, life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, personal time, holidays, and wellness days.
• Professional development membership to Relias Essential Learning.