The Technical Recruiter is a recruiting specialist that assists in the proper staffing of technical and administrative positions. To do this, a Technical Recruiter meets with members of management and identifies job openings. From there, they seek out well-qualified applicants and encourage them to apply for available positions. A Technical Recruiter will also participate in the interview process and assess potential hires’ technical knowledge. Once hired they will assist in ensuring the proper completion of paperwork and required documentation.

Responsibilities Include

• Source job boards and social media to find qualified candidates
• Perform required criminal background checks and reach out to previous employers to determine the accuracy of applicant information
• Actively work toward building a diverse and qualified tech team to support the organization
• Participate in meetings with hiring managers to determine vacant tech-related positions and the preferred attributes for potential hires
• Using standardized screening techniques, assess the skills, qualifications, and experience of hopeful candidates
• Conduct preliminary interviews with recruits to gauge interest, personality, and salary requirements
• Provide feedback to management about details regarding applications
• Utilize applicant tracking system to track, interact, and make notes on candidates and positions
• Ensure proper onboarding for new hires and the necessary paperwork is completed promptly and accurately via the applicant tracking system

Requirements Include 2+ years experience and

• Ability to insightfully interview and assess potential hires for technology positions, and manage the onboarding processes
• Experience in the continual development of talent pipelines and sourcing potential candidates
• Firm understanding and implementation of recruiting metrics to drive decision-making is strongly preferred
• Knowledgeable in developing and executing recruiting marketing and branding strategies
• Experience working with a diverse team and striving for fairness in hiring all races, genders, and ages
• Proficient in using company software and databases to connect with and reach out to potential candidates
• Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally
• Ability to speak knowledgeably about the company and answer any technical questions a potential hire may have

Pluses

• PHR Certification