Manager of Recruiting

Posting will close on July 30. Only applications received by this date will be considered.

As Program Manager for Talent Acquisition, you will lead the recruiting team and manage the talent acquisition program for the agency.  You will develop policy and strategy for developing and maintaining the program based on agency goals, Federal and State regulations, research, and analysis.   You will also lead the implementation and management of an internship program that will work closely with trade schools, colleges, and universities.

Review current HR processes and systems, identifying areas for improvement.  Support the implementation of innovative solutions to enhance operations, efficiency, and effectiveness.  Ensure legal compliance and alignment with agency goals and priorities. 

Supervise and inspire staff, prioritizing and assigning work.  Set goals and evaluate performance, providing timely and appropriate feedback, coaching, and recognition.  Make hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.  Train staff and offer professional development opportunities.  Promote inclusion in all staff programs and activities.

Work with hiring managers & HR Business partners to identify and draft detailed and accurate hiring plans, criteria, and expectations. Develop long term and strategic plans in regard to business needs now and, in the future, and developing pipelines for recruiting to meet those needs. Ensure job postings are up to date, easily accessible, and accurate on all recruitment platforms.

Research and establish an internship program.  Identify trade schools, colleges, and universities and appropriate contacts.  Develop appropriate structure and application processes.  Work with department managers and supervisors to identify recruiting needs and internship opportunities.  

Review, update, and if needed, create standard operating procedures for talent acquisition processes.

Assist in identifying and tracking key performance indicators for talent acquisition functions.

Manages recruitment budget including planning and development.  Track recruiting expenditures and identify advertising sources with the best return on investment.

Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in managing programs, interpreting and applying regulatory and policy language into practice.
• 5 years of experience in personnel recruitment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the job duties is also accepted.

Knowledge Requirements

• Employment laws, regulations, and compliance issues related to recruitment.
• Full-cycle recruitment process, including best practices for outreach, screening, fair candidate assessments, negotiations, closing, and candidate relationship management.
• Applicant tracking platforms and data collection methods.
• Techniques and tools to reduce unconscious bias and uphold diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Procedures for handling privileged or confidential documents.
• Customer service.

Skill Requirements

• Fostering an inclusive workplace by upholding Community Transit’s core values in support of the organization’s vision and mission.  Inspiring team commitment, pride, and trust while promoting cooperation and motivating members to achieve shared goals.  Demonstrating courtesy, sensitivity, and respect in all interactions.

• Effective written and oral communications that are timely, relevant, concise, and clearly outline necessary actions.  
• Managing multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively and adjusting to changing priorities.
• Customer service.
• Presenting technical and non-technical information to audiences with varying levels of technical expertise.  
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify, track, and report key performance indicators.  
• Ability to negotiate and influence others to achieve business goals and core values.  
• Process review and improvement.
• Working effectively both independently and as part of a team. 
• Attention to detail.
• Exercising good judgment to problem solve and navigate difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Professional experience with PC-based software such as MS Office, email, and scheduling applications.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• HR Professional certification, such as SHRM CP/SCP or HRCI PHR/SPHR.
• Experience using the iCIMS applicant tracking system.
• Experience using digital recruitment platforms, such as LinkedIn, Brazen, indeed, etc.
• Experience working in the public sector or transit recruitment.

Working Conditions

Hybrid telework may be available.  Availability is at management discretion and may not be available for this position based on the nature of the work.  Work is performed in an office environment and requires the use of office equipment and technology.  You will be required to move throughout and between different office buildings and may need to complete tasks in noisy environments.  You may also be required to lift and carry materials up to 10 pounds occasionally. 

Application and Selection Process

• Only on-line applications accepted. 
• Applicants for this job may be considered for other openings up to six months after the date this position is filled.
• Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be scheduled for an interview as well as a variety of tests to demonstrate knowledge, and skills for the position.  The evaluation process may include interviews, background check, reference checks and various performance tests.

Employee Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan.
• In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue of 24 days of Paid Time off (192 hours) in their first year and ten (10) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Full list of all benefits and details can be found here.

If you are related to or share the same living quarters of a current Community Transit employee, please let your Recruiter know as your eligibility for this position may be affected.

Community Transit provides a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment.  As a recipient of federal funds, Community Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on a basis prohibited by Federal, State or Local law.  We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.  EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.