Creating job descriptions
Writing and updating job descriptions to reflect the skills, qualifications, and experience required for the role
Finding candidates
Using a variety of methods to source potential candidates, such as job boards, social media, and networking
Screening candidates
Reviewing resumes, cover letters, and applications to identify the best candidates
Interviewing candidates
Conducting interviews in person, by phone, or using video conferencing software
Making hiring decisions
Providing shortlists of qualified candidates to hiring managers, and sending job offer emails
Onboarding new hires
Helping new hires get started and acting as a consultant to them
Tracking metrics
Monitoring key HR metrics, such as time-to-fill, time-to-hire, and cost-per-hire
Collaborating with managers
Working with managers to identify future hiring needs, and to discuss the efficiency of the recruitment process
HR recruiters are important to an organization's growth because they bridge the gap between hiring managers and open positions. They need to have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and be able to communicate well.