Job Description

Job Title: Recruitment Coordinator
Department: Human Resources - Employment
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Non-Represented
Annual Salary Range: $60,400 - $72,500

This position is responsible for full-cycle recruitment for all positions within MCTS. The HR Coordinator recruits, screens and facilitates preemployment activities. This position also facilitates internal transfers or promotions for non-represented and represented positions. The HR Coordinator maintains records, documents related to the pre-employment process, tracking tools and provides hiring metrics as appropriate.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Utilize HRIS software for recruitment, candidate communication and applicant tracking.
• Utilize HRIS (Ceridian Dayforce) and other platforms to review job applications and resumes to determine employment eligibility.
• Utilize various platforms to proactively recruit candidates based on hiring needs.
• Collaborate and communicate with department managers throughout the selection process to implement recruitment plan. Provide HR recommendations based on best practices to hiring managers when necessary.
• Attend and participate in job fairs and other community resource events to attract qualified applicants for open positions.
• Promote organization attractiveness by emphasizing employment opportunities, employee benefits and perks.
• Conducts phone interviews to provide position overview, assess candidate’s work history and overall job fit.
• Administer a variety of pre-employment tests.
• Schedule in-person interviews for qualified candidates.
• Coordinate internal position transfers.
• Maintain employee records and recruitment files.
• Schedule and coordinate preemployment physical and drug screens.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation.
• Performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field required. Related experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
• Two (2) years of experience in high-volume, full-cycle recruitment; Three (3) years preferred.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems required.
• Experience with collective bargaining agreements preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Knowledge of the principles of recruitment and selection.
• Knowledge of HRIS solutions and applicant tracking systems.
• Knowledge of appropriate documentation.
• Knowledge of MCTS operations and policies.
• Skilled in computer operations and spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, applicant tracking, and related software.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships.
• Ability to work independently.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
• Work is frequently conducted in an office or similar indoor environment relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Physical requirements are those described as sedentary work exerting 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
The above are general requirements that must be met for consideration. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of job qualifications or job duties.
Milwaukee Transport Services Inc. (Milwaukee County Transit System) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age; military status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.