Employment Specialist

Job Full Description

Employment Specialist


Express Employment Professionals

Position Summary


Express Employment Professionals is seeking an energetic, organized, and customer-focused Employment Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will recruit, interview, and place qualified candidates with local businesses while building strong relationships with both associates and client companies.


This position combines recruiting, customer service, problem-solving, and relationship management to help businesses find quality employees and job seekers find meaningful work.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Recruiting & Placement

• Recruit candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and community outreach.
• Review applications, conduct interviews, and assess candidate qualifications.
• Match candidates with job opportunities based on skills and client needs.
• Coordinate onboarding, background checks, drug screens, and employment paperwork.
• Maintain an active pipeline of qualified candidates.

Client & Associate Support

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and associates.
• Respond to staffing requests and provide recruiting updates.
• Conduct follow-up calls and address attendance, performance, and workplace concerns.
• Promote safety and company policies.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate applicant, associate, and client records.
• Update recruiting and applicant tracking systems.
• Verify timecards and assist with payroll-related questions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

Business Development

• Identify opportunities to grow business with existing clients.
• Assist with marketing and community outreach efforts.
• Represent Express Employment Professionals in a professional manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Previous experience in recruiting, staffing, customer service, sales, or human resources preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer systems.
• Positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Frequent computer and phone use.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Why Join Express Employment Professionals?


At Express Employment Professionals, we help people find meaningful work while helping businesses build successful teams. As an Employment Specialist, you will make a difference every day by connecting great people with great opportunities.


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Grand Forks, ND
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3325 South Washington Street
Grand Forks, ND 58201