The Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations (HR Central) provides effective human resource management by developing and implementing policies, programs and services in support of the values, vision and mission of the agency.
The Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations is looking for a professional recruiter to join its team to support and enhance our agency's recruitment efforts. Reporting to the Director of Recruitment and working with a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists and Divisional Human Resource Liaisons, you will be assigned specific Divisions/Bureaus and/or Programs in which you will meet with Hiring Managers to understand their recruitment needs, review job descriptions, qualify applicant resumes, attend/host hiring events, and organize/present at career information sessions. As part of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene you will have an opportunity to be part of an amazing team and have unparalleled opportunities for personal discovery and growth.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
- Establish recruiting strategies requirements by studying organization plans and objectives; meeting with managers to discuss needs and provide comprehensive recruitment activities for assigned programs within the DOHMH.
- Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites; providing organization information, opportunities, and benefits.
- Work collaboratively with programs by planning, communicating and leading successful outcomes of virtual hiring fairs using virtual platforms such as Zoom, Teams, etc., including, when necessary, preparing and managing breakout rooms.
- Determine applicant requirements by studying job description and job qualifications.
- Attract applicants by placing job advertisements; collaborate with recruiters, using newsgroups and job sites.
- Utilize social media such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to promote job opportunities, source potential candidates, respond to interested candidates' inquiries about working for DOHMH, etc. and to help promote the DOHMH employer brand.
- Participate in panel interviews for priority positions; analyze responses.
- Verify references; and determine candidate qualifications with hiring program needs.
- Evaluate applicants by discussing job requirements and applicant qualifications with hiring managers.
- Utilize structured interviewing techniques to identify best candidate.
- Improve organization attractiveness by recommending new policies and practices; monitor job offers and compensation practices.
- Emphasize available benefits package to prospective employees.
- Avoid legal challenges by understanding current legislation; implement regulations with hiring managers.
- Recommend new procedures; conduct trainings.
- Update job knowledge by participating in continuing educational opportunities.
- Read professional publications.
- Maintain personal networks; participate in professional organizations.
- Participate in policy review and provide comments related to grant funded personnel as needed.
- Monitor the progress on grant-funded activities and track all grant hires.
- Serving as back up Classifications Specialist will perform the following duties and responsibilities:
- Prepare and review Managerial Position Description (MPD) submissions and accompanying Table of Organization, for appropriate allocation of managerial positions.
- Ensure that all MIV and higher executive level managerial positions are submitted to the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and/or the NYS Civil Service Commission (DCAS) for review and final approval.
- When appropriate, update the MPD Allocation database and assign and maintain MPD Position Numbers for all DOHMH Divisions' managerial positions.
- Establish new civil service titles and requesting amendments/modifications of existing title specifications for submission to DCAS.
- Respond to agencywide requests and inquiries for inhouse title changes, by reviewing proposed job descriptions, conducting a comparative analysis of all applicable civil service titles within the full scope of their respective job family and recommending the most appropriate title designation to expedite processing.
- Stay abreast of all existing salary ranges per Civil Service title, bargaining unit, and their appropriate title jurisdiction (i.e. managerial versus nonmanagerial, open competitive or noncompetitive etc.); Engage in the full scope of market research to acquire data on compensation practices and competitive salary rates for hard-to-recruit titles.
- Establish collaborative relationships with Executive Leadership and administrative staff per Division/Bureau in order to modify management position descriptions etc.
- Maintain electronic DOHMH Title Specification Library and updates it when new titles specifications are issued by DCAS.
- Upon request, provides copies of title specifications via Title Specifications Online or DOHMH Title Specification Library, to DOHMH employees.
Preferred Skills:
- A Baccalaureate Degree in Human Resource Management, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Industrial and/or Organizational Psychology or related field, with emphasis on personnel administration, employee and management relations or related discipline from an accredited college or university;
- Experience hosting and attending career fairs to recruit candidates for job vacancies.
- At least 3 years of staffing/recruitment experience in a similar role, preferably within a health care system.
- Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point).
- Extensive Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (Preferably Peoplesoft).
- Knowledge of Social Media Tools to Track Job Candidates- LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.
- Experience with developing attractive recruitment flyers and designing social media content to promote job vacancies and engage with Job Candidates.
- Experience with Full Cycle recruitment.
- Excellent job analytical skills, such as market pricing jobs; familiarity with the job market; appropriately classifying jobs by diverse academic disciplines; ability to manage large amounts of data regarding job seekers and presenting data summary in a presentable format.
- Knowledge of HR and EEO policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and federal and New York state laws regarding employment practices.
- Experience fostering team collaboration and HR Business Partner Relationships with Hiring Managers.
- Experience with Professional Job Boards.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience forging collaborative external community partnerships and networking relationships with academic partners, faith-based organizations, and community-based organizations.
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
- a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
- additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
- a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
- a tax-deferred savings program.
- a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
Commitment to Equity:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at or 347-396-6549.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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