Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : County Administration Building 300 Monroe Avenue NW Grand RapidsJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 2409-###-####Department: Human ResourcesOpening Date: 01/10/2025Closing Date: 1/24/2025 11:59 PM EasternJob Responsibilities At Kent County, we are committed to excellent service and are looking for a team player who is motivated by delivering great work in line with our Core Values.We are seeking a dynamic and proactive talent acquisition specialist to be a part of our team. This position is designed to help meet the increased recruitment demand through the implementation of creative and proven talent selection strategies.Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies.
- Provide full-cycle recruitment services to an exceptionally diverse group of County Departments including the Health Department, Courts, Sheriff's Office and Public Works Department.
- Prepare recruitment marketing materials, including social media content, prepare and facilitate the interview process, and complete reference and background checks.
- Establish relationships with County hiring managers.
- Support our inclusion efforts by attracting candidates with diverse backgrounds.
- May support County Employee and Labor Relations including conducting investigations, drafting discipline documents and letters of understanding.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, Management or related field combined with one year of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
- Proven experience in full cycle recruiting and talent sourcing.
- Strong understanding of various recruitment methods and strategies.
- Labor and employee relations experience is preferred.
- Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships is key to success in this position.
- Commitment to inclusion.
- High organizational skills are essential.
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on our recruitment processes.
- Be part of a team that values creativity and innovation.
- Work in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Additional Information *Notices will come via email so please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application* Kent County takes pride in living our values to foster a true sense of belonging among all of our staff. Would you like to know what Kent County does? Watch a day in the life of Max video below: Don't take our word for it that Kent County is a great place to work and thrive. Watch this video of why our staff have made us their employer of choice. Kent County Human ResourcesBenefit SummaryManagement Pay Plan (MPP), ExemptEffective January 1, 2024 Medical and Prescription Plans/Health Care PremiumHealth Care Providers - BCBS Wellness PPO, Blue Care Network HMO orBCMS Wellness High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA)Prescription Provider -Capital RxPPO or HMO: 20% of total healthcare premium per month - pretaxHDHP w/ HSA: 15% of total healthcare premium per month - pretaxHSA - One time new enrollment County contribution of $1,000 single or $2,000 family,max HSA contribution $4,150 single / $8,300 family Eligible for non-smoking and wellness exam incentivesMedical benefits will become effective first day of the month after hire.BENEFIT ELECTION FORM MUST BE RETURNED TOHUMAN RESOURCES WITHIN 4 DAYS OF HIRE.Dental Plan - VariproClass I - 100% of incurred charges (2 cleanings and 1 x-ray per person, per year)All other Services - 50% of reasonable costs (including Orthodontics)Up to $2,500 annually per familyVision Plan - VSPNo charge for WellVision Exam; $20 materials co-pay or up to $60 co-pay for contact fitting with participating doctorsLife Insurance$50,000 County paid Term Life InsuranceSupplemental Life Insurance/Dependent Life InsuranceSelf-pay in increments of $5,000; Minimum-$15,000/Maximum-$450,000Spouse term life = $25,000, Child term life = $10,000Flexible Spending - VariproPre-tax contributions for Health and Dependent Care - only for HMO & PPO plansVacation Leave6 hours 40 minutes each month - after initial month of hire (0-3 years)See MPP Benefit Book for subsequent accrualPaid Time OffPro-rated amount of 80 hours based on number remaining months in the year at time of hire.80 hours on the payroll at start of the year.May accumulate up to 120 hoursUnused paid time off in excess of 120 hours will be added to the employee's retirement bonus bank.Paid Parental Leave80 hours of paid time off for birth of a child or temporary placement of the child for adoption. Eligible the 1st of the month following date of hire, runs concurrently with FMLASickness & Accident Plan1st day of accident or 8th day of illness67% of gross wages; 26 week benefitEligible 1st of the month following date of hireEligible for one-time S&A Supplement Bank of 48 hours.Long Term Disability60% of monthly covered earnings to a maximum of $5,000 per month; 180 day waiting periodHolidays11 Scheduled HolidaysProbation PeriodNone - At Will Employee/Management RelationshipTuition Reimbursement$365 per credit hour; maximum of 9 credit hours per year (see policy for eligibility)MileagePublished IRS RateDeferred CompensationEnrollment first of each month with a minimum investment of $25 per pay periodRetirement/Defined PensionMandatory participation in a Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan.Employee contribution is 9.21% of pre-tax earningsSupplement to Medical Benefits PremiumBased on years of service, employees may be eligible for a medical benefits premium supplement.Kent County reserves the right to modify Management Pay Plan benefits. *The above is a summary of benefits. For specific benefits information consult the MPP handbook and summary plan descriptions.01 Please list any applicant tracking systems that you've used in your previous talent acquisition experience. 02 Do you have a minimum of one year talent acquisition experience?
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