Staffing Specialist - Wayne County

We're Hiring: Staffing Specialist - Wayne County 

Location: Wooster, Ohio
Type: Full-Time | Competitive base salary plus commission

Position Summary

The Staffing Specialist for NECIC Staffing helps expand our mission-driven staffing model into Wayne County and surrounding areas. This role combines recruiting, interviewing, and placing candidates with building relationships and developing new business opportunities.

The ideal candidate is a people-focused professional who thrives on connecting talent to opportunity, growing employer partnerships, and advancing community-based workforce development. This position offers a competitive base salary plus commission, rewarding success in both placements and business development.

What You’ll Do

Recruitment, Business Development & Placement

• Recruit, interview, and identify candidates for temporary and temp-to-hire placements with area employers.

• Conduct pre-employment screenings, background checks, and onboarding processes.

• Lead client-specific orientations and training sessions to prepare associates for work assignments.

• Use job boards, social media, and proactive outreach to attract qualified job seekers.

• Develop new business opportunities by identifying and reaching out to potential employer partners.

• Maintain a sales pipeline and track outreach activity to support growth goals in Wayne County and surrounding areas.

• Collaborate with NECIC leadership to set and achieve placement, retention, and revenue targets.

Client & Partner Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local employers, workforce agencies, and training partners.

• Respond promptly to client requests for staffing support and assist with associate-related issues.

• Provide coaching, counseling, or replacement support as needed to ensure client satisfaction.

• Represent NECIC Staffing at community events, job fairs, and business networking functions to promote our mission and services.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee and client records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

• Coordinate with NECIC’s finance and operations teams to support payroll, reporting, and compliance needs.

• Support safety training and communication during onboarding and throughout associate assignments.

Community & Mission Alignment

• Uphold and promote NECIC’s values of equity, empowerment, and second-chance employment in every interaction.

• Partner with community organizations to connect individuals facing employment barriers to supportive services.

• Represent NECIC on committees, workgroups, and local workforce initiatives across Wayne County

• The Chief Executive Office or the Chief Operating Officer may assign other duties as necessary.

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  What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in staffing, HR, recruiting, or workforce development.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

  • Organized, dependable, and self-motivated, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, email communication, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).

  • Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation for local travel.

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  Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in payroll processing, safety training, or HR compliance.

  • Familiarity with Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) principles and local workforce or community initiatives.

  • Previous experience in sales, business development, or commission-based environments is a plus.

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  Why Join Us

  At NECIC Staffing, we believe in second chances, local talent, and creating access to opportunity. This is more than a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day while helping people build brighter futures.

  In addition to a competitive base salary, you’ll have the opportunity to earn commission based on performance, client growth, and successful placements — a true win-win for you and the community.

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  Ready to Apply?
  Join a mission-driven team making a real difference.
  To apply, please send your resume and a short cover letter to staffing@necic-ohio.org.

  Let’s build something great—together.