Seniors Helping Seniors Merrimack Valley & Greater Lowell is hiring: Recruit

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Recruiter to join our team. In this role, you will scour all available avenues to fill our open positions with the best-qualified candidates. Your responsibilities will include defining hiring criteria, researching possible candidates on LinkedIn and other social media sites, and reaching out to potential hires with information about the positions. The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator with a background in human resources and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all stages of the hiring process and recruiting strategy
• Create and update job descriptions, requirements, and objectives
• Research potential hires on resume databases and portfolio sites
• Reach out to candidates via phone and email and follow up with regular communication
• Build a network of contacts and potential candidates
• Place ads and write copy for open positions
• Conduct in-person, video, and phone interviews
• Attend job fairs and networking events to build a pool of candidates
• Track key performance indicators and report on recruiting metrics

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Recruiter, Hiring Specialist, or related position
• Familiarity with multiple interview types
• Experience conducting interviews and background checks
• Experience with sourcing tools and techniques
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR databases
• Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills
• Familiarity with labor laws and legislation
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize projects