Recruiting Analyst Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan's leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:

https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary$64,039- $85, 801
This position is hybrid.
Are you passionate about connecting great people with meaningful public service careers?
As a Human Resources Analyst - Recruitment, you'll play a vital role in building a strong, talented workforce for the County supporting departments, leaders, and candidates from the first conversation through onboarding.
What You'll Do:
Manage the full life cycle of recruiting, from requisition posting to hiring and onboarding
Lead specialized sourcing efforts, including executive-level recruitment
Source, screen, and prepare candidates for interviews with hiring managers
Conduct pre-screen and final interviews and serve on interview panels
Partner with hiring managers to ensure an efficient, high-quality hiring process
Deliver a positive and engaging candidate experience from application through onboarding
Why You'll Love This Job:
Make a difference by helping people find meaningful careers in public service
Variety and challenge from executive sourcing to community recruitment events
Strategic partnership with hiring managers and leadership teams
People-first work focused on relationship building and candidate experience
Professional growth through exposure to evolving recruitment practices
Collaborative culture with supportive, mission-driven teamsMinimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Political Science, Public Administration, Psychology, Human Resources Administration, HRIS, Training & Development, Employee Records, or related field.
• Have three (3) years of fulltime work experience in one or more of the following areas: recruitment, test development or test validation, HRIS, training, labor relations, compensation administration, position classification, E.E.O., fringe benefit administration or human resource planning.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Considerable ability to remain up to date on competitive practices and recruitment standards.

Reasonable ability to conduct effective personal interviews.

Reasonable ability to present ideas effectively either orally or in writing.

Reasonable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, department/division managers, job applicants and the general public.

Reasonable ability to carry out complex written and oral instructions.

Reasonable knowledge of research methods and statistics.

Reasonable ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative in analyzing problems and recommending solutions.

Reasonable ability to utilize personal computer programs and other data processing capabilities. Familiar with current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and Internet software.

Reasonable ability to perform a variety of assigned tasks and meet deadlines.

Some knowledge of principles of governmental organization and administration.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Receives requisitions indicating a staffing need from assigned departments. Verifies position status, qualifications of requested candidate if applicable and, if necessary, contacts department regarding best method of filling position considering available open competitive, transfer and re-employment lists.

Collaborates with the Classification & Compensation team to ensure that job postings and associated job descriptions accurately identify the responsibilities and minimum requirements of the role.

Conducts specialized candidate sourcing, using dynamic recruitment practices, for executive positions within the County. Screens and prepares candidates for interviews with hiring managers.

Prepares an exam plan to generate appropriate internal or external job announcements for posting. Takes suggestions from hiring department regarding advertising methods.

Prepares open competitive exams utilizing information from hiring departments as subject matter experts. Designs a testing tool which may include an interview, written test, performance test, experience and training rating form, or other test deemed most effective based on job functions.

Monitors receipt of applications to determine appropriate closing dates and screens submitted applications based on minimum qualifications.

Administers prepared testing tools. Acts as proctor for written tests, coordinates interview panels, oversees performance tests, rates experience and training forms and processes related scores and paperwork.

Ensures overall test process is completed in a timely manner within Merit System Rules, monitoring resultant eligible lists and answering questions from hiring department and applicants as they arise. Refers serious or unusual problems to Supervisor.

Assists employees and public with career search inquiries and meets with individuals to place them on transfer or re-employment lists in conjunction with related Merit System Rules. Coordinates requests of such lists with hiring departments.

Represents Oakland County at various job fairs.

Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

Prepares specialized reports or documents for executive management as required.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to communicate to accurately convey information using tact and diplomacy.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a typical office environment.

May be required to travel to other locations to participate in interview panels and job fairs.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Minimum QualificationsUnion*BU71 - United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 889: Human Resources Non-Supv (UAW)

*If applicable

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.