Summary The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS), Central Office, located on the Jefferson Barracks VAMC campus in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment & Placement) who will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and recommending qualified candidates for various roles within the organization. Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies. Source and screen candidates leveraging various channels such as job boards, social media, and professional networks. Conduct initial interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit. Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from job posting to extending an offer of employment. Build and maintain a talent pipeline in conjunction with a coalition of professional contacts for future hiring needs. Create vacancy announcements, post job ads, and manage applicant tracking system. Represent the company at career fairs, networking events, and other recruitment activities. Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process. Confidently promote and speak to VCS benefits. Stay up to date with current recruiting trends and best practices. Anticipate and resolve difficult and controversial internal and external staffing and placement issues. Ensures qualifications, rating, and ranking of applicants for employment or promotion are correctly completed. Initiate timely notifications relative to qualification determinations to include selections/non-selections, national background investigations, reference checks, requests for additional data, etc. Set pay for employees using multiple pay scales and various information. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience with sourcing techniques utilizing social media and professional websites (e.g. LinkedIn) Proficiency with computer systems such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Must be able to multitask and work effectively to meet deadlines with a willingness to shift priorities as needed. Proficient written and verbal communication skills. Ability to lead and manage national recruiting strategy. Education Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in recruiting, Human Resources, or a related field. Additional Information