Job Description

Recruiter

Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary: $55,000 per year

Scope of Position:

The Recruiter will connect jobseekers with immediate employment opportunities in essential, entry-level occupations across the Gulf Coast region. The Recruiter works within the Workforce Solutions system to streamline job matching, promote work readiness, and improve labor force participation.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with career office staff to identify job-ready customers and support placement efforts
• Conduct frequent hiring events, employer spotlights, and recruitment days in career offices and community locations
• Promote wraparound services (e.g., childcare, transportation, financial aid) to support successful employment outcomes
• Assist customers in navigating applications and preparing for interviews with practical coaching and basic skills assessments
• Monitor job market trends and communicate real-time entry-level labor demands to internal teams
• Document job matches and placements in case management systems; ensure performance measures are met or exceeded
• Provide targeted outreach to historically underserved populations and ensure equitable access to employment
• Contact potential job candidates with details about the job opening and ask a variety of targeted questions to determine if the candidate is a good fit for the role and company
• Use communication skills to identify candidates that demonstrate traits such as punctuality, reliability, dedication, collaboration, and a willingness to acquire new skills and perform non-standard duties as needed
• After referring enough qualified candidates, the recruiter will follow up with the employer to update him/her on the actions taken, respond to any additional requests and will ask for feedback
• Utilize alternate resources to identify potential pools of qualified candidates
• Use WorkInTexas to document initial and ongoing employer contacts as well as presentations of candidates to the employer and any feedback obtained throughout and after the process
• Other opportunities as available

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• At least 2 years' professional experience in recruiting, case management, account management, or a related business relationship management capacity
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite and other required locations
• Must have a current and valid drivers license and clean driving record

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