A US recruiter/staffing professional focuses on identifying, recruiting, and hiring talent for positions in the United States. They manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing candidates to offer negotiation, and may also handle visa sponsorship or other US-specific requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Sourcing and Screening:
Identifying potential candidates through various channels, including online job boards, social media, and employee referrals.
Interviewing and Assessment:
Conducting interviews, evaluating qualifications, and assessing technical skills.
Offer Negotiation and Onboarding:
Negotiating salary and benefits, and coordinating the onboarding process.
Compliance and Legal:
Ensuring compliance with US labor laws and regulations, including work authorization and immigration requirements.
Collaboration:
Working closely with hiring managers, HR teams, and other stakeholders to understand hiring needs and align recruitment strategies.
Relationship Building:
Building strong relationships with clients, candidates, and other stakeholders to ensure a positive experience.
Specific Tasks:
Creating job postings and managing online job boards.
Using various sourcing techniques, including Boolean searches and social media recruiting.
Evaluating resumes and screening candidates.
Conducting phone and video interviews.
Negotiating salary and benefits.
Handling visa sponsorship and other immigration-related matters.
Managing candidate pipelines and tracking hiring metrics.
Working with VMS and ATS systems.
Required Skills and Knowledge:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of US labor laws and regulations.
Experience with various recruitment methods and tools.
Understanding of technical skills and industry trends.
Ability to build relationships with clients and candidates.