Job Description of an Employment Recruiter
Employment recruiters are in high demand for their services to assist the unemployed in finding a suitable job. The day-to-day activities of an employment recruiter can be varied and the successful recruiter must be a multi-tasker and an outgoing person.
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Experience and Education
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Typically employment recruiters have experience in the business world, a college degree in business or human resources, and some experience in recruiting. In some cases, experience can substitute for education.
Duties
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Employment recruiters' daily duties consist of searching out candidates for specific job openings, reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates, administering employment tests, keeping up on rules regarding employment, and possibly marketing services to independent companies.
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Personality
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The employment recruiter has an outgoing personality and is able to work with a variety of people. They are also patient and friendly, which is an important part of developing a bond with potential job seekers and employers.
Salary
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According to PayScale.com the starting salary for an employment recruiter is around $29,000 and ranges upwards to $79,000 or more depending on experience and education. Some companies also pay bonuses based on the hiring process.
Where to find work
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Employment recruiters can be employed by private companies in human resources departments, with employment agencies or as independent agents.
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References
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