Recruiter in Newton, Iowa at Sparrow Company LLC

Job Description:

Supports recruiting for organization by reaching to qualified candidates for open roles, serving as a go-between for candidates and hiring managers, and coordinating the end-to-end hiring process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Build and report on quarterly and annual hiring plans.

· Create and publish job ads in various portals.

· Network with potential hires through professional groups on social media and during events.

· Collaborate with hiring managers to set qualification criteria for future employees.

· Screen resumes and job applications.

· Conduct initial phone screens to create shortlists of qualified candidates.

· Interview candidates in-person for a wide range of roles (junior, senior and executive).

· Track hiring metrics including time-to-hire, time-to-fill and source of hire.

· Design, distribute and measure the results of candidate experience surveys.

· Train and advise hiring managers on interviewing techniques and assessment methods.

· Host and participate in job fairs.

· Follow up with candidates throughout the hiring process.

· Maintain a database of potential candidates for future job openings.

· Adhere to and represent the company's values and behaviors as defined by the company Mission, Core Values, and Competencies.

Education/ Skills/ Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, communications, marketing, or public relations and two years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education or experience.

. Bilingual in Spanish/English

· Previous experience as a Recruitment Specialist, Recruiter or similar role.

· Hands-on experience with large job sites, such as LinkedIn and other aggregators.

· Knowledge of sourcing techniques on social media and niche professional websites like LinkedIn and Facebook.

· Familiarity with applicant tracking systems.

· Strong interpersonal skills.

· Good written and verbal communications skills.

· Proven success working in a collaborative, supportive team environment.