Strategic Public Health Recruiter

UNKNOWN; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Public sector benefits

Job summary

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is seeking a Principal Administrative Associate to oversee the recruitment lifecycle in a public health setting.

You will develop recruitment strategies, ensure accurate postings, manage Smart Recruiters, build candidate pipelines, and present updates to the HR Manager while maintaining meticulous records across programs linking food safety, environmental health, and community sanitation.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative and team player.
• Proficiency in Smart Recruiters and PATS software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to meet staffing needs.
• Ensure job descriptions and postings are accurate, inclusive, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage Smart Recruiters and ensure timely updates and communication with candidates.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates through various sourcing methods.
• Prepare and present recruitment reports and updates to the Manager of Human Resources.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities and candidate data.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Analytical

Attention to detail

Excel

Tools

Smart Recruiters

PATS

Job description

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is seeking a Principal Administrative Associate to oversee the recruitment lifecycle in a public health setting.

You will develop recruitment strategies, ensure accurate postings, manage Smart Recruiters, build candidate pipelines, and present updates to the HR Manager while maintaining meticulous records across programs linking food safety, environmental health, and community sanitation.