Recruitment Specialist

Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental, Vision, Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

OPERS retirement system

Job summary

Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court in Cleveland, OH seeks a Recruitment Specialist to manage the end-to-end hiring process, ensuring fairness and consistency across positions.

You will screen applications, administer pre-employment testing, conduct interviews, and maintain recruitment files and the applicant tracking system. This role collaborates with court departments and builds external relationships with colleges and other agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience is required.
• Two years of HR work experience is equivalent to one year of education.
• Three years of HR recruitment experience preferred.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Screen applications and conduct pre-employment skills testing.
• Create and maintain recruitment files and update the applicant tracking system.
• Coordinate interviews, participate on panels, and prepare interview materials.
• Assist with creating and updating job postings.
• Develop recruitment relationships with colleges and external agencies.

Skills

Active listening

Communication

Interviewing

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Deadline-oriented

Teamwork

ATS experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

Job Title: Recruitment Specialist Salary Grade: 16

Division/Department: Court Administration/Human Resources Salary: $60,174.40

Reports To: Recruitment Supervisor Date Posted: 6/18/26

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Last Revised: 6/18/26

Benefits of Employment

Insurance: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, Life and an Employee Assistance Program. Supplemental Life may be purchased at group rates.

Paid Time Off: Twelve (12) holidays, vacation time (after 6 months) of three (3) weeks per year for the first eight (8) years of service, and sick time.

Retirement: Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) with 14% annual employer contribution and Deferred Compensation Plans.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for completing the recruiting process for new hires and internal promotions, demotions, and transfers. The position is required to ensure integrity and consistency in the Court’s recruiting process which includes screening applications, completing pre-employment skills testing, interviewing, and documenting the process in a recruitment file for each open position. The position works closely with other Court departments to ensure qualified candidates are selected for the Court’s open positions and that the process in accordance with fair labor practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.

Works to ensure that the Court is in compliance with established hiring procedures and standards as related to the recruiting process. Assists various Court departments in maintaining appropriate staffing levels and selecting qualified candidates.

Reviews and pre-screens employment applications with respect to the minimum qualifications, conducts pre-employment skills testing, creates pools of applicants; updates and maintains an applicant tracking system.

Works with supervisor to prepare/update interview questionnaires. Participates as an active member on interview panels for departments. Trains managers/department interview teams on interview protocol. Creates scoring grid results and provides for department review.

Assists supervisor with creating and updating job postings.

Creates and maintains a recruitment file for each open position until it is filled. Provides status updates on open positions to Human Resources management team and/or departments as requested.

Prepares and sends out rejection memos, scheduling e-mails for interviews, and other correspondence with job applicants.

Develops and maintains recruitment relationships with colleges and other external agencies, prepares for and attends recruitment fairs.

Assists employees with inquiries on recruitment and policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Has no direct supervisory responsibility for staff members.

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment and office technology such as copy machines, personal computers and telephones.

Confidential Data

All court-related information regarding hearings, etc. that the employee may come in contact with by working in the facility.

Working Conditions

This position is subject to many interruptions and may be required to handle multiple calls and inquiries at once. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Usual Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms and perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff. Must possess active listening skills; the ability to analyze information received and effectively use it to source the best candidates for open positions. Ability to prioritize candidates having a positive experience during the recruiting process and continuously strive to improve it. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential applicant and employee information with professionalism. Ability to handle stressful situations and work in a fast paced environment. Ability to comprehend a variety of reference and informational documents including, but not limited to, an Employee Handbook, the Ohio Revised Code, employment applications, personnel files, and other human resources documents. Excellent customer service skills, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work within deadlines. Must be detail-oriented and well-organized, with the ability to prioritize workload and identify and develop effective methods to maximize performance. Ability to work as a team member and independently. Knowledge of applicant tracking systems is helpful.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent work experience. Two (2) years of work experience in a related Human Resources position is equivalent to one (1) year of education.

AND

Three(3) years of Human Resources experience in recruitment or a related field.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

None

Court Expectations of Employee

In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects that the employee will adhere to the mission and values of the Court as well as all Court policies and procedures. In addition, while carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is expected to model high ethical conduct on and off the job, and exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor with all Court employees.

Court Mission Statement

To administer justice, rehabilitate juveniles, support and strengthen families, and promote public safety.

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