Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Recruiter

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Recruiting Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Washington, DC (On-Site)

This is a hybrid role: 4 days on-site and 1-day remote per week, located in UNCF’s Washington DC Headquarters building.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Recruiter is primarily responsible for implementing UNCF’s recruiting strategy, selection process, and fulfilling the staffing needs of the organization. Provides the full life-cycle recruiting process to identify and develop a pipeline of candidates for hiring managers.

ABOUT UNCF

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has been an engine of educational achievement for more than 80 years. UNCF’s mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of HBCU students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. In addition, UNCF ensures that its member institutions remain respected models of best practices in moving students to and through college. Since its inception in 1944, UNCF has raised over $6 billion in private support, distributed scholarships to help students attend school, and enabled more than 500,000 scholars and low-income students to graduate from UNCF’s member historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and launch professional careers. UNCF is committed to closing the educational attainment gap by increasing postsecondary access and success for student groups, particularly low-income and first-generation students.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Recruit, source, screen, and select candidates to fill vacant positions using internal and external online job boards. Apply knowledge of recruiting practices and methods to attract diverse talent for multiple requisitions.
• Develop and execute robust recruiting strategies and communicate regularly with clients on the status, process, and feedback of all candidates.
• Submit required documentation and ensure completion of the background check process through a third-party administrator to include employment verification, professional reference checks, education verification, and personal information checks.
• Administer and communicate various organization policies and procedures as well as federal and state government laws, standards, and regulations.
• Provide information on company benefits to include leave, health insurance, and retirement plan options.
• Provide training for management in interviewing, hiring, and government compliance as appropriate.
• Assist with maintenance of the human resources information system, including generating routine and ad hoc reports as requested.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position will periodically supervise interns.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, five to seven years of relevant experience (full life-cycle recruitment) combined years of experience. Experience using applicant tracking systems & HRIS platforms.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Individual must have a thorough understanding of federal and state government employment laws and regulations to include Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and other related laws in order to maintain compliance.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Process Oriented - Ability to use established processes and methods to complete various tasks; adept at keeping things running smoothly; detail-oriented; use time effectively.
• Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge and experience with HRIS. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Benefits include:

Medical, Dental & Vision

Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave

Life Insurance (Basic & Optional)

Flex Spending Accounts

403(b) Retirement Account

Holiday Savings Plan

Annual Success Sharing

Salary Range: $76,700.00 To $80,000.00 per year (Salary is commensurate with experience.) This is a hybrid role: 4 days on-site and 1-day remote per week, located in UNCF’s Washington DC Headquarters building.

UNCF is EOE M/F/D/V

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