Are you looking for a rewarding career in human resources as a recruiter, where you can make a difference in your community? Do you have a passion for finding and hiring the best talent? If so, the Virginia Department of Health in Portsmouth has an exciting opportunity for you!

This is a contract position through 22nd Century staffing agency and does not include state benefits.

Role and Responsibilities:

Support our HR team and help fill various positions in your local VDH department. You will be responsible for posting jobs, screening resumes, interviewing candidates, and making hiring recommendations. You will also work closely with hiring managers to understand their needs and provide them with the best possible candidates.

As a contract recruiter, you will have the chance to:

- Use your creativity and innovation to source candidates from different channels, including social media, job boards, referrals, and more.

- Showcase our culture and values to potential candidates and help them see how they can make a difference.

- Grow your professional skills and knowledge by learning from our experienced HR staff.

- Enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your well-being and work-life balance.

- Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, respect, and fun.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

- Strong experience in recruiting or staffing, preferably in a healthcare setting.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.

- A strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and familiarity with automated recruiting and application tracking systems.

- Knowledge of recruitment methodologies, EEO practices, and labor laws.

If you are interested in this in making an impact in your community, please apply with your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Preferred Skills

Experience in clinical/nursing staffing.

Prior experience with Recruiting Management systems.

Strong Excel skills

Experience performing compensation/classification recommendations.

Job Type

These are hourly contract positions to be hired through 22nd Century and DO NOT provide Commonwealth of Virginia employee benefits.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off

Application Question(s):

This is NOT a remote position; Are you comfortable working in an office?

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Recruiting: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Portsmouth, VA 23704 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portsmouth, VA 23704: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person