Recruiter-Columbia Full Time NEW

About Us

Business is booming in South Carolina! Are you ready to be a part of developing and connecting the next generation of workers in this state? Year after year, experts pick our state as one of the best in the country for doing business. Just last year, South Carolina announced more than 8,000 new jobs and $9.12 billion in capital investment. Entrepreneurs are flocking to cities like Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, and Rock Hill to start and grow their businesses. And our hospitality industry is primed to take off as travelers from around the world continue to discover the beauty and accessibility of South Carolina’s mountains and coast.

Here at the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), we are laser-focused on connecting every jobseeker who comes through our doors with their next great career opportunity! Are you looking for a meaningful position at an agency brimming with optimism and camaraderie that also offers job security, affordable health insurance, great retirement benefits, and work-life balance? If so, continue reading to discover your chance to make a difference at DEW!

Job Description

At DEW, our people are the most important resource. We’re looking for a skilled recruiter to join our Human Resources team in Columbia to help us find the right people for the right roles. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and recruiting top talent to support our Agency’s growth and success. This position will play a crucial role in attracting a high-performing talent pool by identifying and engaging candidates who are a great fit for our culture and values.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this role include:

• Partner with the employment team and managers to design, refine, and implement innovative recruitment strategies.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their needs and requirements. Advises and provides guidance to managers and supervisors on the recruitment and employment process.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with potential candidates on DEW’s job opportunities and ensures a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Drafts and disseminates attractive and well-written job postings through online job search platforms.
• Manages the Department of Employment & Workforce’s internal agency recruitment efforts and acts as the agency’s recruitment coordinator between available DEW positions, state career event partners and organizations, and candidates throughout the state.
• Manages the recruitment system accounts including the State Jobs website, LinkedIn, and other online recruitment platforms. Manages logs and data for recruitment events.
• Coordinates, schedules and attends various in-person and virtual career fairs around the state.
• Develops and maintains a network of qualified talent throughout the State. Contacts job seekers via phone, email and in person to connect them with DEW job opportunities.
• Manages the agency’s position description and performance management system as well as telecommuting program for the agency.

If you’re ready to take on this challenge and help support South Carolina’s workforce system, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree and relevant human resources experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. A master’s degree in human resources management may substitute for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of state and federal recruitment policies, laws and practices. Excellent customer service and oral, written and phone communication. Experience in recruiting and hiring. Ability to complete assignments timely and with limited supervision.

Additional Comments

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.