Strategic Workforce Recruiter & Employer Engagement

UNKNOWN; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions in Columbus, OH is seeking a Business Services Recruiter to develop and implement strategic talent acquisition and employer engagement programs that support regional workforce goals.

You will collaborate with the Rapid Response Team, Workforce Development Board, employers, educational institutions, and community partners to assess workforce needs, design recruitment strategies, and coordinate workforce transitions for displaced workers, aligning with economic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field is required.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience in workforce development, recruiting, or economic development.
• Experience with workforce technology platforms and AI-enabled recruitment tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies addressing employer workforce needs.
• Build strategic relationships with employers, industry groups, and educational partners.
• Analyze labor market trends to identify talent pipeline opportunities.
• Collaborate with rapid response and workforce transition services to support displaced workers.
• Support program design and integration with workforce investment priorities.

Skills

Workforce development knowledge

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Labor market data interpretation

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

AI-enabled recruitment tools

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions in Columbus, OH is seeking a Business Services Recruiter to develop and implement strategic talent acquisition and employer engagement programs that support regional workforce goals.

You will collaborate with the Rapid Response Team, Workforce Development Board, employers, educational institutions, and community partners to assess workforce needs, design recruitment strategies, and coordinate workforce transitions for displaced workers, aligning with economic