STAFF RECRUITER

STAFF RECRUITER

 

Building on Strengths in

Individuals, Families and Communities!



OUR MISSIONTo lead in the development of innovative programs that ensures a more promising future for our program participants. To advocate zealously for principles necessary to empower those with whom we work. To provide quality service to individuals consistent with their dignity and to communities consistent with their needs.

 

WHO WE ARE

Good Shepherd Services has won the Non Profit Excellence Award for Overall Management Excellence given by the New York Times Company!  Good Shepherd Services is a non-sectarian, social service and youth development agency which positively affects the lives of more than 18,000 children and families annually. Throughout our history, we have shown leadership in developing effective programs that help New York City's more vulnerable residents gain the support, skills and opportunities necessary for success in life. United by our shared mission and vision, these programs are characterized by a profound respect for the strengths inherent in individuals, families and communities. We provide city-wide residential and foster care services with concentrations in Manhattan, the Bronx and Brooklyn. In addition, we have developed two networks of community-based educational support, youth development, family support, and after school programs, in Brooklyn, primarily in the neighborhoods of Park Slope, Red Hook and Gowanus and in Central Bronx. Through our professional training services, we help to ensure the implementation of best practices in human services agencies across the City.

 

We offer an outstanding work environment, opportunities for career development and competitive benefits. Interested and qualified parties should forward their resume to:

Joy Gerber

Good Shepherd Services

305 7th Avenue, 9th Floor

New York, NY 10001

Fax: (212) 627-9472

E-Mail: hr@goodshepherds.org

indicating position & location of interest

or Apply on-line at www.goodshepherds.org

 

STAFF RECRUITER

REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

LOCATION: 305 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10001

HOURS: 35 Hours/Week

 

JOB SUMMARY: The Staff Recruiter is responsible for employee and volunteer recruitment and orientation efforts in the programs/departments specified.

 

MAJOR DUTIES: Consult with hiring managers in developing and implementing recruitment strategies that optimize the hiring process and ensure selection of best qualified candidates. Collaborate with hiring managers in determining job specifications for vacant positions.  Finalize job descriptions with hiring managers and draft job ads for approval by Assistant Director. Assist Senior Employment Coordinator in exploring, recommending and maintaining catalog of external posting options.  Also, in tandem with the Senior Employment Coordinator, cultivate and maintain relationships with external resources with emphasis on enhancing quality and diversity of applicants (e.g. job readiness programs, academic institutions and professional associations).  Participate in recruitment events such as job fairs and volunteerism promotions. Screen incoming applications according to specifications.  Forward qualified resumes to hiring managers for further review. Conduct screening interviews as needed.  Recommend finalists for additional interviews with hiring managers.  Assist hiring managers with selection process.  Alert Assistant Director as needed for salary offer determinations or to resolve hiring issues as they arise. Regularly report status of current recruitment efforts to Assistant Director. Meet new employees to complete new hire paperwork.  Coordinate with supervisors in scheduling employees for new hire training. Assist Senior Employment Coordinator and Assistant Director in the administration of internship programs. Propose and implement recruitment initiatives that promote diversity in attracting qualified applicants. Participate in planning of employee and volunteer recognition events. Work one day per week in Brooklyn field office. Perform other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of one year of full-time human resources experience; experience recruiting in a social service non-profit organization highly preferred.  Proven customer/client service sensibility and ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels. Capability to transition easily between working independently with high degree of self-initiative and contributing as part of a team. Demonstrated competence in verbal, written, organizational and prioritization skills. Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, email and scheduling software. Knowledge of iVantage and/or Crystal Reports a tremendous plus. Able to use public transportation throughout New York City for travel to Good Shepherd locations, recruitment events, etc.

 

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

All staff members are expected to be committed to the mission, vision and values of Good Shepherd Services, which includes involvement in quality improvement activities and a willingness to work within a culturally diverse environment. Interested and qualified parties should forward their resume to:



 Joy Gerber

Good Shepherd Services

305 7th Avenue, 9th Floor

New York, NY 10001

Fax: (212) 627-9472

E-Mail: hr@goodshepherds.org

indicating position & location of interest

or Apply on-line at www.goodshepherds.org

 

 

Employee Referral Award Program: If you, as our employee, refer an outside candidate for this position, you will be awarded $300: $150 upon the candidate starting as an employee and $150 upon successful completion of the first six months of employment.

 

Good Shepherd Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.