Recruitment Supervisor LDA

This is an internal job posting. Only former Multnomah County employees on an active recall list may apply for this opportunity through this site.

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$88,604.78 - $135,792.20 Annual

Department:

Department of County Management (DCM)

Job Type:

Limited Duration

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

October 14, 2026

The Opportunity:

Only current HR staff members on teams participating in HR Shared Services will be eligible to apply, including: DCA, DCJ, DCM/ND, DCS, DCHS, Health, and HSD. 

Multnomah County is currently transforming how we deliver recruitment services through our transition to the HR Shared Services (HRSS) model. We are seeking two experienced, adaptable HR leaders to step into the role of Recruitment Supervisor (Limited Duration) during this pivotal evolution.

Operating within this newly implemented model, these positions manage centralized teams of full-cycle recruiters while serving as a key partner and subject matter expert for assigned department(s). As one of the initial supervisors in this new model, you will play a critical role in establishing shared services standards day-to-day, standardizing recruitment workflows, maintaining Service Level Agreement (SLA) metrics, and ensuring seamless customer service as the new structure takes root. 

 

At Multnomah County, equity is at the heart of everything we do. We are deeply committed to advancing racial equity, eliminating systemic barriers, and creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As a Recruitment Supervisor, you will embody these core values, ensuring that equitable hiring practices and the principles of our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan (WESP) are embedded across all recruitment operations.

In addition to supervising staff, optimizing workload distribution, and supporting team members through operational changes, the supervisor will personally conduct certain executive and complex full-cycle recruitments.

Note: We are filling two (2) Limited Duration positions. Limited duration assignments can last up to two years, but can end at any time. Department portfolios that these positions will be overseeing will be determined upon hire.

Primary Responsibilities:

Supervision, Escalated Support, & Project Management

• Team Leadership & Workload Management: Supervise, mentor, and support a team of recruiters and support personnel. Ensure equitable workload distribution, accurate requisition prioritization, and adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Help resolve delays and process roadblocks.
• Staff Development & Performance Management: Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, provide actionable feedback, and manage performance reviews. 
• Complex HR Consulting: Serve as the escalation point for complex recruitment, transfer, and selection issues. Provide expert advice on CBAs, Civil Service, Personnel Rules, Veterans’ Preference, state service member protections, and Oregon Equal Pay Law.
• Equal Pay & Compensation Alignment: Review Equal Pay Analyses conducted by recruiters and route complex reviews to Class/Comp as appropriate.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead projects to streamline recruitment timelines, enhance reporting, evaluate best practices, and improve applicant tracking/intake systems. 
• Countywide Committees: Represent Talent Acquisition on cross-functional committees such as the Employment Committee, Workforce Equity Strategic Plan implementation groups, and Layoff Committees.

Full-Cycle Recruiting 

• Senior Leadership Recruitment: Manage full-cycle recruitments, generally for Senior Management and above roles. Partner with the Executive Recruitment & TA Program Manager on select executive recruitments, including Division and Deputy Director level positions.
  • Full Cycle Recruitment Includes:
    • Position Intake & Analysis: Lead intake meetings with hiring managers to review job announcements, identify key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), define competencies, and ensure announcements remove artificial barriers while embedding equity language.
    • Screening, Assessment & Selection: Develop tailored outreach plans, screen applicant pools, build equitable examination and interview frameworks, and facilitate panel prep and debrief sessions.
    • Compensation & Offers: Conduct salary placement analyses under the Oregon Equal Pay Law, County Personnel Rules, and CBAs. Manage pre-offer contingencies (reference checks, background checks) and extend formal offers using approved templates.
    • Candidate & Interest Holder Experience: Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, hiring managers, and panel members, ensuring clear communication, recruitment tracking, and a seamless onboarding experience.

To Qualify:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be acurrent Multnomah County human resources employee in DCA, DCJ, DCM/ND, DCS, DCHS, Health, HSD.
• Bachelor's degree with a degree or major coursework in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or closely related field; AND
• Three (3) to six (6) years of professional human resources experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position (including full-cycle recruiting, staff supervision or lead coordination, and policy/CBA interpretation); OR 
• An equivalency of seven (7) to ten (10) years of qualifying human resources/recruitment training, education, and/or professional experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Demonstrated technical skill, deep subject matter expertise, and hands-on experience navigating Multnomah County full-cycle recruitment processes, Civil Service guidelines, and County Personnel Rules. 
• Ability to pass a CJIS background check. This may be dependent on departments/recruitments supervised.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications / transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), or other relevant industry-recognized human resources certification. 
• Strong supervisory or leadership and coaching skills to manage workload distribution and develop direct reports in a team environment. 
• Deep commitment to advancing racial equity, applying an equity lens to selection processes, removing systemic barriers for historical and contemporary underrepresented groups 
• Proven ability to interpret and apply Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) and Oregon Equal Pay legislation within recruitment workflows. 
• Strong critical thinking skills to research complex HR issues, resolve stakeholder pain points, and consult on ambiguous policy questions. 

*Transferable Skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Screening and Evaluation 

The Application Packet:

• A completed online application including a resume and cover letter. If your application does not include these two documents your application will be considered incomplete and not considered further.
• A resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a summary of your responsibilities.
• A cover letter that expands on your resume, addresses why you are interested in this position and demonstrates how your experience and skill set aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications and the primary responsibilities of this role.
   

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates. Subject matter experts will evaluate your resume and cover letter based on a rubric that has been built from the qualifications listed in this job announcement and the primary responsibilities of this position.
• Consideration of top candidates through interview/s and/or assignments.
• Reference check of three references with one being a current of former employer.

Additional Details: 

Hybrid Telework: This position is designated as “hybrid telework,” meaning you will be working both remotely (from home) and in person at an onsite location. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is the Multnomah Building located at 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland, Oregon 97214.

Work Location: This position works onsite at the Multnomah Building located at 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland, Oregon 97214.

Serving the Public, Even During Disaster: Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities.For more information, please visit theDisaster Service Worker Informationpage.  

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Dale Cornelius

Email:

dale.cornelius@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 9395990

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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