Recruitment Specialist

Hybrid position in Westbrook, ME (Greater Portland Area).

Pay

$60,000–$65,000, based on education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update position descriptions in partnership with department leaders to ensure roles are clearly and accurately represented.
• Assist with market and compensation research to help maintain competitive and appropriate salary offerings.
• Write and distribute compelling job postings across internal and external recruitment channels.
• Identify, engage, and evaluate candidates using structured, consistent, and legally compliant selection practices.
• Plan and execute recruitment campaigns utilizing job boards, social platforms, digital advertising, community outreach, career events, and other appropriate sources.
• Establish and maintain connections with colleges, workforce development organizations, professional associations, referral networks, and community-based organizations.
• Oversee day-to-day use of the applicant tracking system, including data integrity, user support, recordkeeping, reporting, and analysis of recruiting activity.
• Work closely with Human Resources and hiring leaders to ensure recruitment and selection activities align with applicable employment requirements and agency policies.
• Contribute to initiatives designed to improve employee retention, professional development, mentorship, supervisory capabilities, and internal career advancement.
• Represent the agency at recruitment events, committees, community activities, and other organizational initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline preferred; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
• Prior experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, human resources, marketing, or a social-service environment.
• Understanding of employment practices, hiring compliance, confidentiality, and appropriate recruitment documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively promote opportunities and engage candidates.
• Strong organizational and relationship-building abilities with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and applicant tracking or recruiting technology; ability to quickly adapt to new systems.
• Familiarity with digital recruitment techniques, including social media campaigns, job boards, email outreach, and online candidate sourcing.
• Ability to interpret recruiting metrics, applicant trends, advertising performance, and relevant labor-market information.
• Comfortable balancing competing priorities while working independently and maintaining a high level of professionalism and discretion.
• Valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, and ability to travel locally as required.