Job Summary:

The Placement Consultant will serve as a liaison between job seekers and hiring employers, assisting employer clients with efficiently filling openings with qualified candidates.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains working relationships with clients, maintaining an ongoing understanding of employers staffing needs.
• Maintains records including details of client employers and vacancies to be filled.
• Assists employers with talent acquisition including drafting and publishing job announcements and openings.
• Develops and maintains a database of potential job applicants; interviews potential job applicants to gather information about educational background, interests, abilities, work experience, and job preferences.
• Assesses employability of potential candidates including strengths, limitations, salary requirements, and general expectations.
• Identifies qualified applicants who match specific openings; facilitates match between applicant and hiring employer, which may include scheduling interviews.
• Assists applicants with resume and interview preparation.
• Follows up with clients and applicants to assess the need for additional assistance including salary and benefits negotiations.
• Provides outplacement services.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including superior understanding of resume writing and interview techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field required.
• Previous experience in talent management highly preferred.
• Current human resources and/or compensation credentials or certification preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.