Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. General Purpose of Job: The Recruiter is responsible for the daily recruitment needs for Driscoll Health System. Recruiter will research, develop and implement effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable candidates for the organization. Post and maintain job openings in appropriate advertising venues, recruit/source candidates, phone screen, and schedule job applicants to fill approved, existing DHS job openings. May assist in employee relations, benefits, review exit interview trends, and other generalist duties as needed. RECRUITMENT Collaborates with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria and implement recruitment strategy. Attends and participates in college/university career fairs recruiting sessions. Attend and participate in associations, community and other job fairs in person or virtual. Provide information on DHS facilities, job opportunities, benefits and city information to potential applicants. Schedule and confirm travel arrangements for on-site interviews. May schedule interviews; oversee preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials. Proactively source candidates using all provided recruitment tools including: LinkedIn, Indeed, and ATS database. Screen and submit qualified applicants to Hiring Managers for follow-up interview. Performs reference checks and/or verification of employment when third-party vendor is not able to obtain. Verify required licensure, certifications, education, etc. for open position. Schedule desired applicants for drug screening, criminal background checks, etc. Ensures compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies and procedures. Corresponds with job applicants to notify them of employment consideration. Requests salary quotes and presents candidates with a verbal offer. Track recruitment expenses for projecting yearly recruitment expenditures for budgetary control. Maintain and update current job postings on DHS web-site and other social media platforms. Place advertisements in local and/or national sites and association journals. Tract responses to ads for determining effective and non-effective methods. Travel is required to attend career fairs, job fairs, interviews at off-site locations, etc. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES In collaboration with others, assists in preparing for various audits, i.e. I-9, Joint Commission survey activities and reports, etc. Coordinate with department managers to schedule temporary agency employees on as needed basis. In collaboration with Recruiter Assistant verify approved/authorized personnel requisitions for posting of job vacancies, position control, etc. In the absence of the Recruiter Assistant, performs essential job duties as needed, i.e., enter data, exit interviews, FML, process terminations, etc. Works collaboratively with other HR employees to establish relationships of mutual respect. Ensures interactions are friendly, caring and professional. Openly communicates formally and informally and fosters team building within the department and hospital. Volunteers to assist other HR employees during their busy times. Education and/or Experience: . Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred); 3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a healthcare environment a plus. . 3 years of recruitment/employment experience preferred. . Have current knowledge of Human Resources laws and best practices. . PHR, SHRM or other HR certification preferred. . Must have a valid driver license. . Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn Workday HRIS and Applicant Tracking System . Excellent verbal and written communication skills . Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics . Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles. . Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. . Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative. . Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Until all children are well. Driscoll Children’s Hospital and its specialty centers, urgent care centers, and after-hours facility serve a vast area covering 31 South Texas counties. The hospital is a 191-bed tertiary care center offering 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. Combined with our non-profit, community-based Health Plan, Driscoll Health System is an exceptional workplace for anyone with a big heart and a drive for success. Smiles, hugs and a soothing touch are as much a part of Driscoll’s approach to treating children as is its advanced medical treatments and technologies. The core values at Driscoll Heath System are: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values are exemplified through every position - from treating the most critical patients hands-on, to maintaining a clean environment, to keeping the organization running from behind the scenes. We invite you to learn about Driscoll’s rich history and explore the laidback lifestyle South Texas has to offer.