Recruitment Specialist

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The Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as a Recruitment Specialist. In this role, you will work with trusted and reputable teams that have a history of success connecting individuals and their families with person-centered, recovery-oriented services and supports.

We welcome new teammates who approach their professional careers with enthusiasm and dedication to our diverse and fast-growing county. Come be a part of something that matters.

As a member of the HR Team for the MHSADS Department, the Recruitment Specialist serves as a subject matter expert on HR & Recruitment policies, best practices, and resources while supporting hiring managers across the department going through the recruitment process for a wide variety of positions.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Collaborate and support hiring managers with posting job advertisements, screening applicants, providing guidance on interview questions, actively participating in both virtual and in-person panel interviews, candidate selection, extending offers, and otherwise applying best recruitment practices.
• Provide day-to-day support and guidance to MHSADS managers, employees, and candidates regarding recruitment processes and other HR needs.
• Facilitate and manage the Department's full life cycle recruitment activities and requisitions within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Work with Department Leadership to identify and implement effective recruitment strategies aligned with the organization's Mission, Values, and Culture.
• Serve as a MHSADS Department HR Liaison with County HR, developing and maintaining strong working relationships with members of the County HR department.
• Ensures County and MHSADS recruitment policies and procedures are adhered to as well as Federal and State fair hiring practices.
• Process Employee Actions and ensure that all applicable paperwork is completed and processed into the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and one (1) year of professional level experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in recruitment or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Prefer exceptional communication and organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple on-going projects.
• Prior experience in a behavioral health and/or local government setting.
• Human Resources professional certification.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check to include fingerprinting, credit, NCIC, DMV and TB test. Must have a good driving record and a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence.

Must be willing to travel to other MHSADS offices located in Leesburg and Sterling for in-person interviews.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at

703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.