About the Role
Christian NjemanzeTalent Acquisition SpecialistWhat do you do and why is it important?I assist hiring managers in search of talent in various positions and departments. I recruit for administrative, Direct Care, clinical, and Individual Placement and Support (IPS) positions.
Read more below01How did you get into recruiting?Recruiting has always been something I’ve been interested in. As a master’s student, I recruited for my university, and that sparked my passion. When I finished my degree, I began working in Human Resources (HR), including recruiter roles.
02You recruit for Hope Network roles on the East side of Michigan. How do things differ over there from West Michigan?We tend to have more competition on the East Side. There’s more employers over here, so candidates have a lot of choices when job seeking. As recruiters, we have to really emphasize what makes us stand out.
03What does a perfect day of recruiting look like for you?When I’m able to get a department that “A” candidate – the one who believes in our mission and vision, and has the passion to help the people we serve.
04What can jobseekers do to standout right now?Present yourself professionally, and make sure your resume is up to date and accurate so you are easily searchable on job sites.
05What is your most memorable interview story?We had an in-house hiring event for a program that was opening in Jackson, Mich. I coordinated everything from start to finish, including designing and distributing flyers. We had a great turnout, there were no hindrances, and we ended up hiring nine quality candidates. That was special.
06If recruiting ceased to exist, what would you be doing?I enjoy talking with people, so probably something in consulting. And when I was a kid I wanted to be a sociologist, so that’s a possibility, too.