Part-Time Recruiter
Aspire ChicagoAbout the role
Description
Are you a dynamic recruiter with a knack for sourcing top talent and building meaningful relationships? Aspire is seeking a Part-Time Recruiter to join our team and play a crucial role in attracting and hiring exceptional candidates. If you have a passion for recruitment, excellent communication skills, and a strategic mindset, we want to hear from you!
Position Summary:
The Part -Time Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring talent and working closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs to develop effective recruiting strategies. The position will identify and engage top candidates who fit the company culture and meet the qualifications for various positions. This position also attends job fairs, connects with local colleges for talent and generates regular reports to assess sourcing strategy success and other key recruitment performance metrics.
Position Responsibilities:
The following represents the primary position responsibilities, but other related duties may be assigned to meet the organization's needs.
Recruitment Support:
- Source talent through job boards (Indeed, Job Target, Handshake, LinkedIn).
- Screen candidates for non-DSP positions through various methods.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Develop recruiting relationships with local colleges to advertise job openings and engage students through presentations.
- Accurately track recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system.
- Order business cards for eligible new hires.
- Stay informed about industry trends, salary benchmarks, and best practices in recruitment.
- Develop an internship experience to create a new talent pipeline.
Job Fairs:
- Attend job fairs and recruitment events to attract top talent and build brand awareness.
- In partnership with the HR Specialist – Team Member Support, coordinate logistics, including booth setup, materials, and staffing for job fair events.
Reporting:
- Identify recruitment metrics that have the greatest impact on sourcing, selecting, and retaining talent.
- Generate recruitment data through regular reporting that is included in the quarterly People Team Dashboard and used to improve outcomes.
Reporting to this Position: None
Requirements
Required Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- 2 year of experience in human resources or related field.
Additional Licensing/Certifications:
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
- Ability to work autonomously and effectively execute the responsibilities of the position.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to assess and select talent
- Experience with an applicant tracking system and other recruiting tools
- Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to gain the trust of multiple stakeholders across the organization.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrates resiliency and a positive attitude when challenges are encountered.
- Must be able to work with confidential information and exercise good judgment and discretion.
Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
- At least 2-3 years of experience in a recruiting role, preferably in a non-profit organization.
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Part Time (regularly scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week):
- Health Insurance (if hours requirement met after a year of employment)
- Paid Time Off - 4 Hours Earned for Every 520 Hours Worked
- Paid Leave For All - 1 Hour Earned for Every 40 Hours Worked (maximum accrual
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