Senior Recruiter

Are you an experienced recruiting professional looking for a fulfilling opportunity? We are seeking a detail-oriented individual, who excels at multitasking and is an expert in managing a high volume of work with finesse to join our team as a Senior Recruiter.
In this role, you will oversee the full-cycle recruiting process for various city departments. You will work with the Recruiting Supervisor and leverage your expertise to enhance existing processes and manage critical talent programs. Whether it's optimizing recruiting metrics or improving the candidate experience, your contributions will be instrumental in shaping how the recruiting team attracts top talent.
We believe that People + Purpose + Passion = Possibilities.
Essential Job Functions - the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:

• Work with the Recruiting Supervisor and Manager to recommend and implement innovative hiring solutions and fine-tune standard processes for the recruiting function
• Partner with hiring managers to support staffing needs to include: Regular, Seasonal, Hourly, Special, Interns, Volunteers, Elected Officials, and Staffing Agency Temporary Workers
• Advise of staffing options based on current fiscal constraints and priorities, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) considerations, employment programs, and cost analysis
• Partner with hiring staff regarding their staffing needs, conduct strategic recruiting discussions, develop recruitment strategies, and use position management in PeopleSoft to track the filling of positions
• Execute full-cycle recruiting, which includes sourcing, screening, interviewing, and job offer formulation.
• Work with hiring staff to ensure compliance with federal and state laws related to hiring
• Coordinate and attend the City's community career fairs and recruitment outreach programs which, occasionally, require hours on evenings and weekends
• Work with Recruiting Supervisor to participate in special projects/recruiting initiatives including assessment of best practices in the selection and hiring process

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Exceptional organizational skills and customer service
• Extraordinary multitasking abilities
• Passion for talent acquisition and the candidate's experience
• A proven track record in talent acquisition and a deep understanding of recruitment strategies and best practices
• A strong desire to remain up-to-date with industry trends and best practices by actively pursuing various learning opportunities.
• An eye for process improvement and a passion for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
• Strong interpersonal abilities and the ability to authentically engage the public
• Strong verbal and written communication

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in human resources, business administration, or a related area of study.
• Five years of full-time, professional experience in human resources with a strong emphasis on recruiting or talent acquisition

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

• Experience with NeoGov or another Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is strongly preferred
• Experience with PeopleSoft Human Capital Management (HCM) is strongly preferred
• Experience as a Recruiter in a government setting
• HR or Recruiting certifications such as the SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, CDR, or similar.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.
Apply to Join Our Team

• Please visit Colorado Springs Jobs and click on 'Apply for a City Career' > 'City Career Postings - Apply Now' button to complete an online application. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a NEOGOV/governmentjobs.com user ID and password).
• Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources (HR) in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
• Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
• Our NEOGOV application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position's closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

Employment Type: Classified - Full Time