Contract Recruiter Job Description Template

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Contract Recruiter Job Description Template

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Job Brief

We are looking for a Contract Recruiter to help cover our staffing needs for a set period of time as an independent contractor.

Contract Recruiter responsibilities include coordinating our hiring process, sourcing qualified candidates and applying advanced interviewing techniques. Ultimately, you’ll employ your specialized skills and network to help us bring the right people on board.

If you have experience recruiting in our industry and you’re an excellent communicator, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

  • Meet with managers and HR to discuss their hiring needs and formulate strategy
  • Design and coordinate the hiring process
  • Source qualified candidates via job sites, databases, networking etc.
  • Help establish connections with professional groups, communities and other organizations
  • Select and present qualified candidates to hiring teams
  • Help hiring teams interview candidates through various methods (e.g. structured interviews, behavioral interviews)
  • Advise hiring managers to help them make better hiring decisions
  • Create reports on hiring progress and other recruiting metrics
  • Assist with onboarding new hires

Requirements

  • Proven success as a recruiter
  • Hands-on experience in the entire recruitment life cycle
  • Industry hiring experience is a plus
  • Familiarity with recruiting software (e.g. Applicant Tracking Systems) and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
  • Knowledge of effective hiring practices (e.g. social media recruiting)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong decision-making skills
  • Outstanding organization ability
  • BSc in HR, Business or relevant field

What does Contract Recruiter do?

A Contract Recruiter is responsible for finding and hiring qualified candidates for temporary or project-based positions within an organization. On a day-to-day basis, their tasks may include:

  1. Job Analysis: Working closely with hiring managers to understand the requirements and expectations for each position to be filled.
  2. Sourcing: Utilizing various methods to attract potential candidates, such as job portals, social media platforms, networking events, and referrals.
  3. Screening: Reviewing resumes, conducting phone screens, and evaluating candidates to assess their skills, qualifications, and fit for the role.
  4. Interviewing: Conducting in-depth interviews to further evaluate candidates and assess their cultural fit within the organization.
  5. Selection: Presenting top candidates to hiring managers for their consideration and gathering feedback to support the decision-making process.
  6. Reference and Background Checks: Performing reference checks and verifying the background of shortlisted candidates.
  7. Offer Negotiation: Facilitating communication between the hiring manager and selected candidates to negotiate job offers, including salary and benefits.
  8. Document Management: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of candidates, interviews, and other hiring-related information using applicant tracking systems.
  9. Relationship Management: Building and maintaining positive relationships with hiring managers, external staffing agencies, and potential candidates.
  10. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws, regulations, and company policies to minimize legal risks.

It's important to note that the specific responsibilities of a Contract Recruiter may vary depending on the organization's size, industry, and hiring needs.

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