INGHAM COUNTY
JOB DESCRIPTION
EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
General Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Human Resources Director, is responsible for oversight of
the Employment Section of the Human Resources Department. Assists with implementation of
County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan. Implements work study contracts and
administers the work study program for County Departments. Administers the Temporary
Clerical Roster supplying temporary employees to County Departments. Supervises staff
responsible for posting permanent and temporary positions and accepting, handling, and
processing employment documents. As working supervisor, participates in recruiting, screening,
testing, interviewing and referring applicants for County vacancies. Oversees Human Resources
Web site, regular updates the maintenance and computation of employment statistical data.
Undertakes special assignments related to the employment process and other areas as assigned.
Essential Functions:
1. Recommends appropriate recruiting strategy based upon nature of job. Recruits, screens,
interviews, and refers applicants to various position vacancies in County Departments.
Assists applicants, answers questions, and maintains contact with recruiting and advertising
agencies. Coordinates with other interview staff on positions, and guides or advises staff on
issues of strategy or scheduling. Assists in placement of temporary staff assignments.
2. Maintains contact with applicants regarding the application / interview / referral process,
duties and responsibilities of positions, working conditions, available benefits, work hours,
rate of pay, and promotional opportunities. Advises applicants of employment procedures,
and responds to concerns of those not selected for interview or referral.
3. Prepares internal and external Job Vacancy posting and runs appropriate advertisements.
Works with employment agencies and other sources for recruitment needs.
4. Assists with implementation o