Recruiter at DoveLewis… · Portland

Summary: DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is hiring a Recruiter to join our Human Resources team and support our growing organization. The Recruiter is responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates while providing key administrative support to ensure a seamless hiring process. Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the HR & Talent Acquisition Supervisor, HR and department managers to fill organization staff positions - Source, screen, and recruit candidates based on technical skills, experience, and cultural fit - Manage candidate pipelines through the applicant tracking system, ensuring timely follow-up and communication - Conduct pre-hire screenings, including reference checks, background verifications, and drug screenings - Assist in the creation of recruitment reports such as time-to-hire, turnover rates, and candidate sources - Support onboarding efforts to ensure a positive new hire experience - Attend occasional recruiting events, evenings, or weekends (virtual or in-person) - Maintain calendars and scheduling for interviews, recruiting events, and candidate follow-ups - Coordinate communication between candidates, hiring managers, and HR team members - Prepare and maintain recruiting documentation, including forms, records, and reports - Provide general administrative support to the HR & Talent Acquisition Supervisor and recruiting team - Ensure timely and organized workflows for all hiring and onboarding processes Required Qualifications: - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Understanding of HR functions and employment laws at the local, state, and federal levels - Knowledge of labor laws and regulations relevant to hiring, onboarding, and employment practices - Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and priorities simultaneously - Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism - Proficiency in Microsoft Word; basic Excel and Outlook skills required - Detail-oriented with excellent administrative, scheduling, and coordination skills - Critical thinking, autonomy, and willingness to learn and grow professionally - High School diploma or equivalent required - Minimum one year of experience in a hiring or recruitment role, including resume review and candidate interviews - Experience posting positions, creating job offers, and managing candidate pipelines required Preferred Qualifications: - Strong typing skills (65+ WPM preferred) while maintaining conversations during interviews - Additional education or HR certifications preferred - Veterinary or medical experience a plus but not required Required Skills: Recruitment, Applicant Tracking System, Resume Review, Candidate Interviewing, Job Posting, Job Offer Creation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Typing, Autonomy Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, Paid time-off, Veterinary discounts, Continuing education benefits