Placement Specialists are responsible for researching, screening, interviewing and placing candidates in various roles within the company. These professionals use a variety of methods -- email, cold calling, instant messaging applications, Internet searches and electronic databases -- to solicit candidates for open positions. Placement specialists must educate candidates about their company's compensation and benefits package, assist candidates in completing and submitting entry paperwork, and ensure that all required documentation is processed by the appropriate departments. Additional responsibilities include planning orientation, arranging travel and hotel accommodations for new hires, and providing employee status and performance reports to management