Employment Specialist

Responsible for acquisition of sufficient qualified candidates for employment to support the staffing needs of Woods Services. Responsible for developing, coordinating, and monitoring employment activities that pertain to the needs of Woods. Ensures Woods’ compliance with Federal, State, and local employment regulations. Coordinates internal and external recruitment activities with strategies with all programs and departments. Attends job fairs and career fairs to promote employment opportunities at Woods. Responds to telephone, walk-in and written inquiries pertaining to employment activities. Reviews, screens applications and resumes. Enters information for all applicants into applicant database. Utilizes the applicant database to select qualified candidates and track pertinent recruitment information. Conducts interviews and screenings and monitors applicant testing when applicable. Processes transfer requests and reviews employee personnel files for eligibility status and requirements. Coordinates interview schedules with applicants and managers for vacant positions. Monitors internal requests for vacant positions. Utilizes the Internet career sources to post assigned vacant positions when applicable. Contacts applicants to schedule interview and discuss employment opportunities. Verifies information/references provided by applicants. Verifies credentials to ensure applications meet the educational, licensing and experiential requires of the position. Refers screened candidates to management for interviews/selection and extends external and internal offers of employment. Reviews employment procedures and requirements with newly hired employees, transfers, and promotions. Creates job offer letters and rejection letters if applicable. Assists with scheduling newly hired employees, transfers, and promotions in order to ensure that all post-hiring forms are completed, copies of all required documents for personnel file are obtained and proper orientation/training is completed. Ensures all policies and procedures pertaining to employment activities are followed. Develops and maintains positive relationships withal staff to who recruitment services are provide. Assists the Human Resources Assistant as needed. Performs other duties as assigned or may be necessary. Bachelor’s degree required. Experience in Human Resources, recruitment or a closely related field required. Knowledge of employment laws, experience conducting interviews and screening resumes is preferred. Experience in health care or human services preferred. Must be able to verbally communicate effectively with all levels of employees and work in a busy environment. Computer literacy is required.