Professional Recruiter

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region. Position Summary The Professional Recruiter is responsible for delivering all facets of recruiting success throughout the organization. This will be achieved through the development of local and national recruiting plans, employing traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting ideas. The Professional Recruiter will play a critical role in ensuring the organization is hiring the best possible talent. Position Responsibilities Complies with organizational policies and procedures on recruitment, testing, selection, and job placement. Complies with all federal and state guidelines, organizational policies, and ethical considerations in recruitment, employment, and HR confidentiality. Works with Hiring Managers (HM) on recruiting planning meetings. Leads the creation of recruiting and interviewing plans for each open position. Efficiently and effectively fills open positions. Conducts regular follow‑up with Hiring Managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation. Advertises openings to appropriate position venues. Researches and recommends new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting. Develops a pool of qualified candidates in advance of need. Builds networks to find qualified passive candidates through industry contacts, association memberships, trade groups, and employees. Locates and documents where to find ideal candidates. Communicates with managers and employees regularly to establish rapport, gauge morale, and source new candidate leads. Reviews applicants to evaluate if they meet position requirements. Collaborates with Native Hire Recruiter to promote medical and general education to students of the YK Delta through school career fairs and educational materials. Conducts prescreening interviews. Corresponds with job applicants to notify them of employment consideration. Assists applicants with the application process. Assists in performing reference and background checks for potential employees. Assists in writing and forwarding rejection letters. Assists in interviews and candidate selection processes. Assists in preparing compensation packages. Executes offers on behalf of the organization. Participates in the new employee onboarding process as needed. Prepares and executes candidate on‑site visits and new employee pick‑ups. Keeps records and prepares statistical reports concerning recruitment, interviews, hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations. Attends necessary training and meetings for development or to acquire information about industry‑related news and trends. Assists with retention efforts, including conducting one‑month and three‑month new‑hire surveys and making retention recommendations. Assists in the development of personal and professional goals and metric benchmarks. Performs other duties as assigned. Position Qualifications Minimum Education Associate’s Degree in Business or Bachelor’s Degree required. Education may be substituted for corresponding levels of relevant work history. Minimum Experience Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Human Resources, Recruitment, Marketing/Sales, or related field. Demonstrated experience with computers required (experience with new technologies a plus). License / Certification Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License. Equipment/Tools Must have demonstrated ability to use technology effectively. Specialized Knowledge & Skills Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Effective communication and relationship‑building abilities with large, diverse customer bases. Ability to grow and learn within the selected industry. Self‑starter with strong initiative. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. Supervisory Responsibilities None. Benefits Include Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time Eleven paid holidays Comprehensive healthcare coverage Life and Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account Retirement plans Employee Wellness Center Plus more! Compensation Pay Range Minimum: 32.88 Employment Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: Yes Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants. For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org Join YKHC, a Tribal Health Organization serving 58 tribes in southwest Alaska. We offer comprehensive healthcare, from community clinics to a regional hospital, dental, behavioral health, and more. Come be part of our team!