Finds and hires qualified candidates for a company. They are responsible for the full recruitment process, from sourcing and screening candidates to onboarding new hires.
Responsibilities
Job posting: Create job descriptions and assist with job advertisements
Screening: Review applications and select qualified candidates
Scheduling: Schedule interviews and prepare interview questions
Negotiating: Negotiate job offers and employment contracts
Onboarding: Onboard new hires and follow up with them after hiring
Recruitment strategies: Develop recruitment strategies and maintain candidate records
Sourcing: Source and reach out to potential employees
Interviewing: Interview and assess prospective applicants
Matching: Match applicants with vacancies
Skills
Data-driven mentality
Marketing and sales skills
Ability to use technology
Critical thinking
Social media
Multitasking and time management
Ability to manage expectations
Strong aptitude for learning
Detail orientation
Excellent interpersonal skills
Depending on the size of the organization, recruitment may be the responsibility of a range of workers.