Sr. Recruiter (Human Resources Representative, Sr.)

Posted Date

3/29/2023

Department(s): Human Resources

Reports to: Manager, Human Resources

FLSA status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: L - $77,000 - $119,900

About CalOptima Health

CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving 880,000 members, or one in four residents. Our motto — "Better. Together.” — is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community’s health. If you’re looking for an opportunity to work for an organization dedicated to improving local health care and serving the needs of the most vulnerable, we encourage you to join CalOptima Health.

About The Position

The Human Resources Representative Sr will be responsible to work closely with hiring managers to provide and take accountability for, advice and recommendations to achieve staffing objectives throughout the recruitment process. The incumbent will be responsible for full-cycle recruitment: recruiting, screening, interviewing, advertising and negotiating offers to internal and external applicants. The incumbent will contribute to moderately complex aspects of analyzing various human resources recruitment matters and make recommendations to all levels of management and employees. The incumbent will work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment, exercising discretion and judgment within the Human Resources department and with CalOptima Health employees and will ensure the best talent is hired.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares job offer analyses and proposed pay rates, using consistent methodology and fact-based reasoning; presents offers to Manager, Human Resources and Director, Human Resources for review and approval.
• Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.
• Provides on-going interview training for hiring managers.
• Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department.
• Acts as backup for the recruiter responsible for all temporary staffing agencies.
• Completes other projects and duties as assigned.
• Conducts the planning, coordination and execution of recruitment process improvements.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on recruitment and participates in the decision-making processes at each level.
• Determines applicant requirements by studying the job description and job qualifications. Evaluates applicants by discussing job requirements and applicant qualifications and ensures applicants are interviewed on a consistent set of qualifications.
• Develops networks through industry contacts, association memberships, trade groups and employees.
• Utilizes complex but conventional analytical techniques to identify trends associated with key performance indicators (time-to-fill, etc.) and service level targets. Identifies root causes and best practices to develop appropriate action plan.
• Serves as the main point of contact and maintains strong working relationships with hiring managers to provide a staffing strategy that fits the future needs/demands of the business.
• Arranges and schedules applicant interviews with management by coordinating schedules and going through next recruitment steps at the completion of the interview.
• Works closely with hiring managers to schedule and review Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and determine job requirements for hiring before recruitment begins.
• Evaluates the quality of sources (e.g., professional networking sites, etc.) for active and passive candidate recruitment. Recommends networks to find qualified passive candidates.

Experience & Education

• 4 years of human resources experience, preferably in recruitment or temporary staffing required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications or related field required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above is also qualifying.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a public and/or government entity.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking System (ATS) system.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work environment: Typical office environment with minimal to moderate noise levels and controlled office temperatures.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of the job, employee may be required to move about the organization. Employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time, as well as work at the computer for long periods. Employee is required to use hands and fingers, especially for typing on the computer and using the mouse. Must also be able to reach with hands and arms and must occasionally lift office supply boxes or laptop case while traveling, up to 25 pounds. Employee must be able to communicate, particularly for regular phone use, in meetings and face-to-face interaction and while presenting.

About Our Benefits & Wellness Options

At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. Employees also have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options.

CalOptima Health is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.

Tracking Code

4245-117