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Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, over-time eligible, permanent classified, Human Resource Consultant 3 – Recruitment Supervisor, in the Office of People and Culture.

The Human Resource Consultant 3, Recruitment Supervisor, serves as the college's senior human resources professional for recruitment operations. Reporting to the Director, this position provides strategic leadership for recruitment services by supervising the Recruitment team and serving as the primary advisor to administrators, managers, and search committees on recruitment strategies, employment law, equal employment opportunity, diversity outreach, and best hiring practices. Exercising a high degree of independent judgment and professional expertise, the Recruitment Supervisor leads continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the candidate experience, improve recruitment efficiency, and ensure hiring practices reflect the college's values of equity, belonging, accessibility, and continuous improvement. This position is responsible for ensuring recruitment and selection practices comply with federal and state laws, collective bargaining agreements, and institutional policies while advancing fair, equitable, and effective hiring across the college.

The Office of People and Culture supports and elevates the college community by embedding equity and continuous growth into every aspect of our people practices - from recruitment and onboarding to learning, well-being, and community partnerships. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work in service of our students and community.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop the recruitment team while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and service-oriented culture.
• Promote a culture of learning, belonging, and continuous improvement by sharing best practices and fostering collaborative partnerships across the college.
• Establish team priorities, performance expectations, recruitment goals, and service standards to ensure consistent, legally compliant, equitable, and people-centered hiring services.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate recruitment strategies and process improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen the candidate experience, reduce barriers to employment, and advance equitable hiring practices.
• Evaluate recruitment processes, analyze and report on outcomes and metrics, and implement continuous improvements to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, compliance, and the candidate experience.
• Serve as the college's trusted advisor on recruitment, providing consultation to executive leadership, supervisors, employees, applicants, and search committees on recruitment strategies, equitable hiring practices, position management, and employment policies.
• Lead and participate in recruitment activities for classified, exempt, administrative, and faculty positions, including directly managing searches and serving as the lead recruiter for executive-level positions, to ensure fair, transparent, and consistent hiring practices.
• Collaborate with college departments, expand outreach to diverse communities, and embed equitable hiring practices throughout the recruitment process.li>
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, civil service rules, collective bargaining agreements, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements, and college policies.
• Monitor recruitment metrics, workload, budget, and operational data to evaluate program effectiveness, identify trends, improve efficiencies, and support strategic workforce planning and decision-making.
• Serve as the functional administrator for the recruitment system (NEOED), supporting system optimization, data integrity, reporting, and user training.
• Provide guidance on interpreting collective bargaining agreements as they relate to recruitment, promotional opportunities, transfers, and hiring practices.
• Represent the college at a diverse array of career fairs, professional conferences, community events, networking opportunities, and outreach activities; develop and implement recruitment outreach plans that expand community engagement, strengthen recruitment partnerships, and attract qualified and diverse applicant pools.
• Develop and deliver training for supervisors, managers, and hiring committees related to recruitment initiatives and equitable hiring practices.
• Partner with Payroll and Office of People and Culture colleagues to ensure accurate position management processes, including tracking, coding, and maintaining position information to support recruitment, and personnel actions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a closely related field AND two (2) years of human resources experience in recruitment or employment services
  • OR an Associate's degree AND four (4) years of human resource experience in recruitment or employment services.
• Two (2) years of experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS), preferably NEOGOV (NEOED).
• Experience working in a union-represented environment.
• Knowledge of Washington State employment laws, civil service rules, EEO, affirmative action, veterans' preference, and applicable RCW, WAC, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and equitable hiring practices.

• Ability to supervise or lead recruitment or human resources staff in a unionized environment.
• Ability to provide leadership, consultation, and guidance on human resources, recruitment, employee relations, and workforce issues.
• Ability to analyze recruitment metrics and data to support continuous improvement.
• Ability to build collaborative partnerships while balancing customer service, compliance, and organizational priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including developing and delivering training.
• Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
• The initial appointment will include a 6-month probationary period and the employee will earn permanent status after successfully completing probation.
• This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.112.080. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• Clark College promotes work/life balance for employees.
• McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
• Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
• Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
• On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
• Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
• Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.

Salary Range:$5,779 - $7,774/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: | 59 Code: 119G

Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.

Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., September 17, 2026.

Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact the Office of People and Culture at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.

The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu. The most recent Annual Security Report is available for review in compliance with the Clery Act.

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. Clark College does not currently sponsor H-1B visas.

Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and communicated by the Office of People and Culture.

Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision, and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affiliation: Thao Schmidt, Associate Vice President of the Office of People and Culture, 360-992-2628, tschmidt@clark.edu 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and modified without notice.