Staffing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Talent Specialist! SmartTalent – Renton NOT REMOTE

Winners of Seattle Times Best in the PNW 3 years in a row for Best Staffing Firm

About the Opportunity:

Are you ready to launch (or level up) your career in the dynamic world of staffing and recruiting? At SmartTalent's Renton office, we’re on the hunt for a driven, detail-oriented, and people-loving Talent Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Whether you’re experienced or just getting started, if you’ve got the passion, we’ve got the tools to help you succeed.

What You’ll Do:

As a Talent Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in connecting great people with great jobs. You’ll work hands-on with candidates and clients alike to ensure the perfect match for a wide range of opportunities — from temp gigs to full-time placements.

Key Responsibilities:

·       ·Recruit, screen, and interview candidates for temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire positions.

·       ·Partner with client companies to understand hiring needs and deliver tailored staffing solutions.

·       ·Maintain detailed candidate records and manage placement pipelines.

·       ·Build rapport quickly and cultivate trust with both talent and clients.

·       ·Communicate clearly and professionally — both in writing and in conversation.

·       ·Navigate between tasks like a pro in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

What We’re Looking For:

·       ·A team player with a customer-first mindset.

·       ·Self-motivated and adaptable — you get stuff done.

·       ·Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new platforms quickly.

·       ·A people person who loves helping others succeed.

·       ·Bonus points for experience in staffing, recruiting, customer service, or retail — but it’s not required.

Perks, Pay & Benefits:

Salary: $22–$26 an hour (DOE) + Monthly Commissions

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8am – 430pm (No weekends!)

Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays (Yes, your birthday too!)

Full Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Disability, 401K, EAP & more

Career Growth Opportunities within the company

SmartTalent Perks: Volunteer Hour Accrual, Cash Rewards Program

Participation in industry networking events and career fairs

Ongoing training & development (webinars, client tours, and more)

Why SmartTalent?

We’re not your average staffing agency — we’re regional staffing pros with a mission to make meaningful employment connections. We place candidates in roles ranging from warehouse and manufacturing to hospitality and administrative — full-time, part-time, contract, seasonal, and beyond. We have won GOLD in Staffing for Seattle Time’s Best in the PNW in 2023 / 2024 / 2025.

We believe in:

Relentless Improvement

People Focus

Passion

Common Vision

✔️ Quality

Integrity

Commitment

If that speaks to you, then you might just be the missing piece we’ve been searching for.

Ready to build careers and change lives? Apply today. Let’s grow together. 

SmartTalent is your regional Staffing and Recruiting expert and we have the resources to help you with your job search and get you working. We have Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal, Contract, Temporary, Temp to Hire and Direct Hire opportunities. SmartTalent services a variety of Industries and Positions including Warehouse, Production, Distribution, Skilled Labor, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Office, Clerical, Accounting, Customer Service, Technical and much more. We offer Weekly Pay, Direct Deposit or Pay Card, Health Benefits, Sick Time, Referral Bonuses, Hiring Bonuses, 24 hour Answering Service, Employee Recognition and much more.

Company Description

SmartTalent is your regional Staffing and Recruiting expert and we have the resources to help you with your job search and get you working. We have Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal, Contract, Temporary, Temp to Hire and Direct Hire opportunities. SmartTalent services a variety of Industries and Positions including Warehouse, Production, Distribution, Skilled Labor, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Office, Clerical, Accounting, Customer Service, Technical and much more. We offer Weekly Pay, Direct Deposit or Pay Card, Health Benefits, Sick Time, Referral Bonuses, Hiring Bonuses, 24 hour Answering Service, Employee Recognition and much more. \r\n\r\nNot the right job for you but ready to find a great position, or if you would like to expedite the process, you can apply online at click Apply Online or click the following link:\r\n\r\n