Recruiting Specialist

Student Transportation Of America; South Amsterdam (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Student Transportation Of America is seeking a Recruitment Specialist to coordinate candidate pre-screening, schedule interviews with location managers, and provide onboarding support. You will be the first point of contact for applicants and maintain clear communications throughout the hiring process.

This full-time role requires 2+ years in recruiting, strong communication, and proficiency with ATS and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recruiting or onboarding experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with ATS and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate candidate pre-screening and interview scheduling.
• Conduct interviews and support location managers.
• Maintain candidate communications and track progress in ATS.
• Schedule interviews with location management and notify staff of changes.
• Assist in onboarding and candidate onboarding as required.
• Travel between multiple terminals and attend hiring events as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Candidate screening

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

As the Recruitment Specialist, you will be responsible for coordinating candidate pre-screening, scheduling interviews, conducting interviews and be a line of support to location managers. The Recruitment Specialist will handle initial contact and follow-up communications with potential candidates using ATS to track all progress. You will be responsible for overseeing recruitment steps in the hiring process.

Hours: Full-time Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (occasional evening or weekend hours for hiring events and job fairs)

Hourly Rate: $21-$25 per hour

Responsibilities

• Oversees the regional hiring processes and workflows
• Review candidate applications in applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Use ATS daily to screen applicants, track the new hire process, keep notes on file and update candidate profiles
• Schedule interviews with location management and notify staff of any changes
• Reach out to qualified candidates in a timely manner to schedule interviews
• Assist in interviewing applicants by phone, video chat, and/or in-person
• Follow up with candidates throughout the hiring process regarding the status of their application by phone & email
• Actively maintain positive candidate engagement throughout the entire onboarding process
• Communicate initial hiring requirements to each candidate prior to start date such as identity pre-employment screenings, including Drug & Alcohol testing, & onboarding workflow
• Ensure candidates are consistently updated in ATS to match onboarding system
• Provide additional assistance with candidate onboarding as required
• Work closely with location management to ensure the hiring process runs smoothly
• Be able to travel between multiple locations each week
• Be able to attend hiring events and job fairs in the area - may require occasional evening or weekend hours
• Provide additional assistance with candidate onboarding as required
• Work closely with NYS Recruitment Manager
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Desired Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to nurture an overall positive candidate experience
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Proficient with the ability to quickly learn applicant tracking software and other talent management systems
• Ability to follow standard recruitment procedures and guidelines
• Ability to handle multiple locations

Requirements

• 2+ years of recruiting or onboarding experience is preferred
• High School Diploma/GED

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15lbs

Travel Required

Yes . Travel between multiple terminals in the area

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applications; Returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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