Assistant Director, Employer Relations and Placement

Responsibilities • Oversee Talent Acquisition Managers and Specialists, ensuring coordinated recruitment efforts across multiple 1199 healthcare networks in NYC (specializing in nursing homes/long term care) to meet employer needs and placement goals. • Manage daily operations, ensuring alignment with recruitment strategies. • Engage with healthcare employers to understand workforce needs, oversee job postings, and manage candidate referrals. • Achieve successful job placements, reduce vacancy fill times, and increase employer satisfaction. • Collaborate with the Career Services Unit to provide resume workshops, interview preparation, and job readiness training. • Ensure job seekers are well-prepared, resulting in higher placement success and positive outcomes. • Work with the Director to define strategic goals and support cross-functional initiatives. • Drive collaborative efforts between TEF business units to enhance placement outcomes and achieve division-wide alignment. • Coach, mentor, and develop managers and staff within both units. • Facilitate staff development and professional growth, fostering a high-performing team. • Track and analyze key metrics (placement rates, employer feedback). • Use data insights to drive decisions, optimize division operations, and enhance employer satisfaction. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Counseling, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred. • Minimum six (6) years of experience in talent acquisition or workforce development, and experience managing large recruitment projects or regional hiring initiatives preferred.; including 4 years in a supervisory role required. • Strong leadership and project management skills with experience in multi-site team management. • Knowledge of recruitment best practices and familiarity with ATS tools. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management tools. • Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability in balancing immediate needs with long-term goals. • Experience in healthcare or unionized environments, familiarity with recruitment KPIs, and knowledge of local labor trends. • Willingness to travel throughout the five boroughs, Hudson Valley and Long Island as needed to support recruitment and placement activities. • Regional knowledge of the Hudson Valley and Bronx areas. • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. • Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus (Spanish/French-Creole preferred).