What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Recruitment Specialist position at 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds?
Requisition #:
7460TEF
# of openings:
1
Employment Type
Full time
Position Status
Permanent
Category
Non-Bargaining
Workplace Arrangement
Hybrid
Fund
1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds
Job Classification
Non-Exempt
Responsibilities
7460TEF
# of openings:
1
Employment Type
Full time
Position Status
Permanent
Category
Non-Bargaining
Workplace Arrangement
Hybrid
Fund
1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds
Job Classification
Non-Exempt
Responsibilities
- Source and review candidate resumes to ensure alignment with job qualifications and healthcare employer needs.
- Evaluate candidate profiles for job readiness and identify skill gaps or areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with the Career Services Unit to refine and update job seeker profiles for referral purposes.
- Guide job seekers through the completion of job readiness profiles, ensuring all necessary information is provided.
- Provide feedback and support to candidates during the readiness profile process to enhance their employability.
- Assign job seekers to the appropriate Talent Acquisition Specialist based on qualifications and employer needs.
- Assist candidates throughout the recruitment process, including answering inquiries, scheduling interviews, and providing status updates.
- Ensure a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear and consistent communication.
- Work closely with Talent Acquisition Specialists and the Talent Acquisition Manager to coordinate recruitment activities.
- Match candidate qualifications with open healthcare positions and communicate employer requirements effectively.
- Collaborate with the Employer Relations Unit to align recruitment efforts with strategic objectives.
- Maintain and update recruitment records, ensuring accuracy in candidate data, entering employer vacancies and job postings.
- Organize and manage schedules for interviews, job fairs, and recruitment events.
- Prepare reports on recruitment activities, such as candidate pipelines and placement outcomes.
- Serve as a liaison between candidates and employers, facilitating timely communication and follow-up.
- Support Talent Acquisition Specialists by coordinating employer needs and ensuring satisfaction with the recruitment process.
- Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum one (1) years of experience in administrative support, recruitment, or talent acquisition experience required
- Strong organizational, data management, excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (e.g., iCIMS)
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in support of recruitment activities.
- Willingness to travel throughout the five boroughs, Hudson Valley and Long Island as needed to support recruitment and placement activities.
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.