Recruiter – Remote

Location: Remote
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Compensation: $26–$32 per hour

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced, highly organized, and motivated Recruiter to join a growing organization's Human Resources team. This fully remote position is ideal for someone who enjoys interviewing candidates, evaluating qualifications, and helping hiring managers make informed hiring decisions. The Recruiter will play an important role in managing applicants through the hiring process, ensuring timely communication, thorough candidate evaluations, and a positive experience for everyone involved.

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong judgment when evaluating candidates, and can efficiently manage multiple hiring priorities. This position requires someone who is detail-oriented, responsive, and capable of working independently while maintaining a strong sense of urgency.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Candidate Evaluation

• Create, post, and maintain job advertisements to attract qualified applicants.

• Review incoming applications and resumes to identify candidates who meet established hiring requirements.

• Distribute and evaluate pre-screening questionnaires and candidate assessments.

• Conduct remote interviews to assess applicants' experience, qualifications, communication skills, and suitability for available positions.

• Evaluate candidates against established hiring criteria and make informed recommendations for advancement.

• Present qualified candidates to hiring managers and leadership for final interviews and hiring consideration.

• Coordinate interviews and maintain timely communication with applicants throughout the selection process.

• Follow up promptly with candidates to ensure an efficient hiring process and minimize delays.

• Maintain a positive and professional candidate experience from initial application through hiring decisions.

Recruitment Process Management

• Manage applicant activity and maintain accurate, up-to-date records within the CareerPlug applicant tracking system (ATS).

• Monitor applicant pipelines and ensure candidates are progressing efficiently through each stage of the hiring process.

• Collaborate with HR team members and hiring managers to understand staffing needs, position requirements, and hiring priorities.

• Manage multiple active job openings while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and timely follow-through.

• Identify bottlenecks in the recruitment process and recommend improvements to increase efficiency.

• Provide regular updates to hiring managers regarding applicant activity, interview results, and hiring progress.

• Support recruiting initiatives, job fairs, and other recruitment-related activities as needed.

Hiring & Onboarding Administration

• Prepare and distribute required hiring documentation and review completed forms for accuracy and completeness.

• Initiate and process employee background checks, referring results for additional review and approval when necessary.

• Enter new employees into the payroll system to initiate onboarding.

• Complete employment eligibility verification procedures, including Form I-9 and E-Verify, in accordance with applicable requirements.

• Maintain accurate and confidential candidate and employee records.

• Provide additional HR administrative support as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or a related HR role required.

• Demonstrated experience screening resumes, interviewing candidates, and evaluating qualifications.

• Strong ability to assess candidate suitability and make sound recommendations to hiring managers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple job openings and candidate pipelines simultaneously.

• Strong sense of urgency, responsiveness, and commitment to quick turnaround times.

• Experience using applicant tracking systems.

• Proficiency with virtual interviewing platforms, email, and standard business software.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and take ownership of assigned tasks.

• Professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information.

• Experience with employee onboarding, background checks, and employment verification procedures preferred.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

The successful Recruiter will be someone who enjoys working with people, has a natural ability to evaluate candidates, and understands the importance of moving quickly without sacrificing quality. This individual will be comfortable conducting multiple interviews, managing a steady flow of applicants, and making thoughtful recommendations to hiring managers.

We are looking for someone who takes initiative, follows through consistently, communicates proactively, and maintains a high level of accuracy while balancing multiple priorities. Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to keep the hiring process moving efficiently will be essential to success.

Schedule & Compensation

This is a full-time, remote position working Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Compensation: $26-32 per hour, commensurate with experience.

If you are an experienced Recruiter who enjoys interviewing, evaluating talent, and helping organizations make successful hiring decisions, we encourage you to apply!