Recruiter

Recruiter

This role supports a fast-paced, high-volume talent acquisition team focused on hiring top talent for hourly and supervisor-level positions across a retail store network. You will drive full-cycle recruiting, from sourcing and phone screening to offer delivery and onboarding support, while leveraging social media and modern recruiting tools. The position offers a remote/hybrid work model, a collaborative and energetic team culture, and the opportunity for long-term conversion for strong performers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one phone screening interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications for open positions and select candidates to move forward to interviews with hiring managers.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting for a high-volume requisition load, typically handling 10–14 open roles simultaneously without sacrificing candidate quality or speed.
• Support hiring managers in creating realistic hiring timelines and scheduling interviews for open positions.
• Source candidates proactively and recommend the most effective job posting options and channels for each requisition.
• Lead multi-channel recruiting efforts by serving as the voice of the recruiting team across platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media outlets.
• Engage and nurture candidates throughout the process, providing clear communication and a positive recruiting experience.
• Extend job offers to selected candidates and celebrate their acceptance, ensuring they feel welcomed to the team.
• Assist with onboarding activities, including coordinating new hire paperwork, arranging first-day schedules and events, and supporting site tours during onsite onboarding.
• Partner with Training and Development to coordinate hire dates with training schedules and programs to ensure a smooth transition for new team members.
• Collaborate with the recruiting team to improve processes and communication for candidates, hiring managers, and new team members.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on the full life cycle of the talent acquisition process and consult with hiring managers to help them make informed hiring decisions.
• Guide and coach hiring managers through internal recruiting processes, addressing issues and providing recommendations for process improvements.
• Partner with and consult hiring managers on hiring timelines, candidate feedback, and overall process optimization.
• Confidently push back on hiring managers when necessary to advocate for appropriate processes and candidate experience standards.
• Support onboarding logistics, including first-day coordination and alignment of start dates with training sessions.
• Use data and metrics such as turnover rate, time to hire, conversion, and ROI to support and refine recruiting efforts.
• Prepare and present reports, business correspondence, and procedure documentation related to recruiting activities.
• Adapt to changing business needs by adjusting work priorities and schedules to meet hiring demands.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the broader talent acquisition function.

Essential Skills

• College degree and 2 years of experience in sales or recruiting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of full-cycle recruiting experience or an equivalent mix of recruiting and sales experience.
• Proven ability to manage 10–14 open requisitions simultaneously in a high-volume environment.
• Comfort with high phone activity, including making a large volume of calls daily and driving results through proactive outreach.
• Experience conducting one-on-one phone screens to evaluate candidate qualifications and move them through the hiring process.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clearly to hiring managers, candidates, and store teams.
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to deliver positive, consistent messaging to internal stakeholders.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple open roles and tasks.
• Flexibility in adapting to different communication styles and working effectively with various stakeholders.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including comfort with data tracking and reporting.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word for creating reports, correspondence, and documentation.
• Experience working with multiple social media platforms for recruiting and candidate engagement.
• Familiarity with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or Talent Management System.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to write clear reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from peers, leaders, and store teams.
• Mathematical skills to work with concepts such as turnover rate, time to hire, conversion metrics, ROI, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and work with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret instructions delivered in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to foster and maintain an atmosphere of open, positive communication and to work effectively with all levels of employees.
• Results-driven, self-motivated approach with the ability to operate independently in a remote or hybrid environment.
• Ownership of a personal computer suitable for remote work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with iCIMS Applicant Tracking System.
• Background in the retail industry or experience supporting retail or hourly hiring.
• Experience consulting with hiring managers, including providing guidance, feedback, and constructive pushback when needed.
• Experience sourcing candidates via LinkedIn and other professional networks.
• Experience with Oracle, Epicor, or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience with ATS platforms and talent management systems beyond the core tools.
• Experience with candidate sourcing strategies across multiple channels, including social media and job boards.
• Experience supporting onboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, first-day coordination, and training scheduling.
• A charismatic, energetic, and collaborative working style that aligns with a fast-paced team culture.
• Aptitude to quickly learn new systems and tools such as Oracle, Epicor, Pivot Link, Discover, and Edifice.
• Ability to adjust work schedule to meet business needs, including occasional long or irregular hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Comfort working in an environment with frequent interruptions while maintaining productivity.
• Ability to travel occasionally as needed for training or onsite meetings (minimal travel requirements).

Work Environment

The role operates within a collaborative, energetic talent acquisition team that supports high-volume retail hiring. Senior recruiters focus on leadership and corporate roles, while this position independently owns the hourly and retail requisition load. The culture emphasizes charisma, energy, teamwork, and quick learning, with a strong focus on celebrating team wins. The position follows a remote/hybrid model: initial training takes place onsite for approximately 2–3 weeks at a designated office location, followed by primarily remote work. After training, you will attend in-person meetings approximately twice a month and participate in one to two virtual team meetings per week. The work involves frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and a fast-paced environment, requiring flexibility and resilience. You may need to adjust your schedule to accommodate business needs, including occasional long or irregular hours, evenings, and weekends. Minimal travel may be required. The physical demands include extended periods of sitting for computer-based work, frequent standing and walking, reaching with hands and arms, and regular use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The role may also involve long periods of standing and walking, twisting, some heavy lifting, and climbing ladders. Specific vision abilities needed include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The position relies heavily on technology, including Microsoft Excel and Word, ATS or talent management systems, and enterprise tools such as Oracle and Epicor, as well as social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter for sourcing and engagement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in San Diego,