NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Recruitment & Background Officer
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$69K/yr - $69K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is associated with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, which is seeking a Recruitment & Background Officer. The role involves assisting in background investigations, developing recruitment strategies, and engaging with potential candidates to ensure a smooth hiring process.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Assist Background Investigators in gathering employment, education, driving records and previous interactions with law enforcement and the judicial system as well as other necessary background information for review
Develop, facilitate, and implement all phases of the recruitment process focusing on civilian jobs openings
Identify and implement efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on available job openings, corrections and law enforcement standards and best practices, and employment needs of the office
Assist with external job postings, and advertisement to attract the best talent
Assist in educating applicants on the hiring/selection process and serve as a liaison for assigned applicants to mentor throughout their journey to become an employee
Develop recruitment materials and information to attract the best candidates
Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites by providing organization information, opportunities, and benefits
Create and/or attend and participate in job fairs and other recruiting sessions and events
Stay abreast of recruiting trends in the law enforcement and corrections industry
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
4 courses or 12 months experience in human resources or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment
Ability to type 35 wpm
Successfully complete Recruitment and D.E.I. field training
Basic understanding of FCSO job opportunities
Skill and knowledge in using personal computer and related equipment
Knowledge of Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
Knowledge of recruiting, public relations, Office rules, regulations and procedures, collective bargaining agreements with the Sheriff, employment or industrial psychology, technical writing, effective oral communication
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages, gather, collate and classify information about data, people or things, handle sensitive inquiries requiring confidentiality from officials and general public and employees, develop good rapport with employees; proofread technical materials, recognize errors & make corrections
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
EAP (no cost)
Life Insurance of $50,000
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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