Recruiter - Talent Advisor (Remote)
- Summary
This recruitment is to fill a Term-Limited Temporary position that is anticipated to end December 2022. If filled by a King County employee who has passed their initial probation, it will be as a Special Duty Assignment. Applications received by the first review date of September 13th will receive first consideration.
The human resources team is looking for an energetic full cycle recruiter who can manage a significant amount of high-volume recruitment processes in a fast-paced environment for the Finance and Business Operations Division.You will collaborate with all sections hiring managers in developing recruitment strategies to fill multiple and diverse positions. We recruit staff for accounting and finance, procurement and contract specialists, functional analysts, treasury, banking and investments, property tax, contract compliance, small business services and our Priority Hire and Pro-Equity Hiring Programs. You will have the opportunity to play an essential role advancing a more diverse, accessible, equitable, and inclusive King County through our hiring practices.
Our ideal candidate will have the following qualities:
- a recruiting background and can "get stuff done"
- customer service driven
- brings innovative ideas to enhance our applicant pools
- thrives on creating a positive candidate and hiring manager experience
- thinks differently and challenges themselves to improve processes
- enjoys working collaboratively in a team environment
- agile, curious and always learning
The Finance and Business Operations Division's mission is to provide exceptional customer value for accounting, procurement, treasury, and small business services. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values: Respect, Teamwork, Results, and Innovation. Our Division
SCOPE OF JOB DUTIES - In order to be considered minimally qualified for this role, you must demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:
- Manage and perform full-cycle recruitment processes in collaboration with hiring managers. Manage the candidate relationship through the complete recruiting lifecycle.
- Engage with and source applicants through on-line social media and other passive recruitment strategies.
- Promote King County as an Employer of Choice. Generate diverse applicant pools in support of Equity and Social Justice Goals.
- Provide excellent customer service by responding timely to inquiries and delivering informational assistance to applicants, employees and other customers. Coordinate with others to obtain information and/or to share information.
- Develop metrics such as quality and cycle times; prepare statistical reports utilizing graphs, charts, etc., maintain tracking systems.
- Participate in special projects/recruiting initiatives including applying best practices and transformations in recruiting/talent acquisition methodology.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO:- Have experience managing and performing full-cycle recruitments including in-depth screening analysis of applicant materials.
- Can develop effective job postings and implement screening and examination techniques to broaden our applicant pools; prepare candidates for interviews – reviewing culture, organization structure, job description, competencies, and expectations.
- Have effective communication skills with excellent interpersonal skills and is comfortable challenging leaders to adhere to recruiting best practices.
- Thrive working as part of a team and has a genuine collaborative and consultative style in their approach to their work.
- Are accountable for completing work assignments and maintaining recruitment schedules.
- Have the ability to build effective relationships with hiring managers, team members, and candidates.
- Are comfortable working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds, including sensitivity to and knowledge of various ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic groups.
- Can prioritize and handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
- Are proficient using an office productivity suite, application tracking system (ATS), MS Teams and SharePoint, and other internet-based tools in their daily work (The county uses Microsoft Office Teams, SharePoint and NeoGov).
- Perform research, analyze, and solve problems.
- Think differently, are eager to try new things and challenge themselves to improve processes.
- Manage their time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products.
- Will uphold our Division’s values.
- Can work in a remote work environment.
We would love it if you have:
- Experience using NeoGov and PeopleSoft
- Experience working in government
- Experience with LEAN processes and principles
Who may apply:
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification in the next six months. This recruitment is to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position that is anticipated to end December 2022. If the TLT position is filled by a King County employee who has passed their initial King County probation, it will be as a Special Duty Assignment. Applications received by the first review date of September 13th will receive first consideration.
Other Position Information:
This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore overtime-eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is not represented by a union.TEMPORARY TELECOMMUTING REQUIREMENT
The work associated with this position will be performed remotely in compliance with King County’s telecommuting mandate. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
To assist employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer.
The Application Process:
A completed King County Application is required.We highly recommend that you also provide a cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact:
Ivette Martinez-Morales, PHR, Senior HR Business Partner - Employee Relations
- Supplemental Information
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a
difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
(New) Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
As of October 18, 2021, most* King County employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination by October 18th. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.
This directive applies to employees in the Executive branch*, the Assessor’s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Executive Office.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01Are you applying to this position as an eligible Current or Previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County AND I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. AND The position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
02If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoffRequired Question