Recruiter (Temp)

New Era Cap, LLC. is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.

Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and the authenticity of our brand.


Interested in working with us? Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap's Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on-site, encouraging employees to collaborate and connect in person five days a week.


Apply to join New Era's team!

The temporary Recruiter plays a key role in supporting New Era's Talent Acquisition team by managing full-cycle recruitment activities and helping to hire top talent across the organization. This position works closely with hiring managers to deliver an exceptional candidate experience while ensuring an efficient and effective hiring process. This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building relationships while contributing to organizational growth. This is a temporary role estimated to be a six-month assignment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for assigned positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating the selection process
• Partner with Sr. Manager, Human Resources and hiring managers to understand hiring needs, develop recruitment strategies, and provide guidance throughout the hiring process
• Source qualified candidates through job boards, networking, employee referrals, and other recruiting channels
• Coordinate interviews and maintain timely communication with candidates and hiring teams throughout the recruitment process
• Process candidate reimbursements
• Extend employment offers and partner with the operations team to facilitate pre-employment and onboarding activities
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
• Ensure applicant tracking system (ATS) records are accurate, complete, and up to date
• Track recruiting metrics and provide regular updates on candidate pipelines and hiring activity
• Support recruitment marketing initiatives, career fairs, hiring events, and other talent attraction activities
• Promote a positive candidate experience by providing exceptional customer service and timely follow-up throughout the recruitment process
• Ensure recruiting activities comply with company policies and applicable employment laws
• Support the continuous improvement of recruiting, onboarding, and candidate experience processes
• Respond to general inquiries and escalate issues as needed
• Keep all sensitive matters confidential
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and the ability to learn and utilize new systems; experience in Canva and Asana is a plus
• Knowledge of full-cycle recruiting principles, sourcing techniques, and interviewing best practices preferred
• Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and build relationships with various levels within the organization
• Exceptional ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and positive person who adapts to change and with urgency and persistence
• Ability to approach business challenges with creative problem-solving skills and sound judgement
• Commitment to demonstrating New Era's Mission, Vision, and Brand Values

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred; relevant job experience in lieu of degree will be considered
• One (1) to Three (3) years of professional experience required; experience in supporting full-cycle recruitment or talent acquisition preferred
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems, scheduling tools, and sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter preferred
• Experience supporting high-volume recruiting environments is a plus

Travel Requirement

• The location for this position is 100% on-site in Buffalo, NY
• 0% to 10%; domestic and/or global

The salary range for this posted position is $25.00 - $32.00 per hour pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Actual compensation will fall within this range and is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience.

Our casual work environment celebrates individuality and encourages employees to showcase their personal style. We pride ourselves on offering competitive compensation, a generous PTO policy, along with world-class benefits designed to promote health, financial stability, and personal growth.

As a New Era Cap employee, you'll enjoy a range of perks, including paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities right here on-site. We can't wait for you to experience all that our dynamic workplace has to offer!

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