Employment Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Express Employment is seeking an Employment Specialist team member to join our team and manage full‑cycle recruiting — including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring — while developing long‑term recruitment strategies and maintaining candidate pipelines.  

An Employment Specialist focuses on identifying, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates to meet organizational needs. The role is strategic, requiring market knowledge, communication skills, and proficiency with recruitment tools. 

• Manage full‑cycle recruiting: intake, sourcing, screening, interviews, and offer negotiation. 
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies aligned with long‑term staffing needs. 
• Source candidates via job boards, social media, networking, and Boolean search. 
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess qualifications and cultural fit. 
• Coordinate interview schedules and maintain candidate databases/ATS records. 
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for recurring roles. 
• Provide candidate feedback and ensure a positive candidate experience. 
• Implement employer branding initiatives and recruitment marketing campaigns. 
• Stay updated on industry trends, labor laws, and best practices.

• 2–5 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition. 
• Familiarity with ATS and recruitment software. 
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. 
• Understanding of labor laws and employment regulations. 

• Effective communication and relationship‑building
• Sourcing and networking proficiency
• Time management and organization
• Negotiation and problem‑solving
• Adaptability and attention to detail 

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