Seasonal Recruiter

Position Summary


The Seasonal Recruiter will report to the Lead, Talent Acquisition, and serve as a key recruiting partner supporting high-volume hiring initiatives across 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. operations in Bolingbrook, Illinois , and other locations as business needs require. This is a seasonal Talent Acquisition position responsible for executing full lifecycle recruiting activities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment during peak operational periods.


The Seasonal Recruiter will partner closely with hiring managers, HR, and operational leadership to attract, engage, and hire top talent while delivering a positive candidate experience. This role requires strong organizational skills, a customer-focused mindset, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.


The ideal candidate will also be comfortable working within applicant tracking systems and other recruiting technologies, with the ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and workflows in a fast-paced environment.


Seasonal assignments are expected to begin July 1, 2026.


Location


Bolingbrook, IL


Shift


Monday - Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM


Extended hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required during peak season based on business needs.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities


Major responsibilities of the position are listed below. To perform the job successfully, the individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties, assignments, and special projects may be assigned at the discretion of management.


Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage full lifecycle recruiting activities for high-volume seasonal and hourly positions.

• Screen resumes and applications to assess candidate qualifications and alignment with business needs.

• Conduct phone, virtual, and in-person interviews.

• Partner with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition leadership to execute recruiting strategies and meet hiring goals.

• Provide a high-quality candidate experience through timely communication, professionalism, and consistent follow-through.

• Communicate effectively with English and Spanish-speaking candidates throughout the recruiting, interview, and onboarding process.

• Schedule interviews, hiring events, orientations, and onboarding activities.

• Assist with facilitating orientations, new hire paperwork, and I-9 verifications.

• Maintain accurate candidate and hiring data within applicant tracking systems and other recruiting tools while quickly learning new workflows, processes, and system requirements.

• Adapt quickly to new recruiting technologies, system updates, and process changes while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and a positive candidate experience.

• Create and post job advertisements on internal and external platforms.

• Build candidate pipelines through community partnerships, job fairs, campus events, social media, and other recruiting resources.

• Support recruiting marketing and local community outreach efforts to increase employment brand awareness.

• Track recruiting metrics and provide hiring updates and reports as requested.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and recruiting procedures.

• Provide administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team as needed.

• Maintain reasonable and reliable attendance.

• Work extended hours, including weekends, during peak season.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's degree preferred.

• 1-3 years of recruiting, staffing, customer service, or related experience preferred.

• High-volume recruiting experience is highly preferred.

• Experience supporting hiring in manufacturing, fulfillment, distribution, or warehouse environments preferred.

• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

• Experience working within applicant tracking systems required or strongly preferred; experience with ADP, Avature, or similar ATS platforms is a plus.

• Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new systems, tools, and recruiting processes quickly in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships quickly.

• Professional demeanor with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and administrative tasks.

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to always maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

• Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing business needs.

Core Competencies

• Achievement Drive - Demonstrates urgency, accountability, and focus on results.

• Growth Mindset - Open to feedback, learning, and continuous improvement.

• Problem Solving - Identifies challenges proactively and develops practical solutions.

• Customer Focus - Delivers a positive experience for candidates, leaders, and business partners.

• Enterprise Collaboration - Works cross-functionally to support broader organizational goals.

• Learning Agility - Quickly learns new systems, processes, and tools while adapting effectively to change.

Working Expectations

• Business casual dress code required.

• 30-minute unpaid lunch required for shifts of 5.5 hours or more.

• Overtime must be approved in advance unless otherwise directed by management.

• Ability to work in office and operational environments including fulfillment and production facilities.

• Flexibility to support changing business demands throughout peak season.

The expected hourly rate for this position is $18.00/hr. The actual compensation will be determined by experience and other factors permitted by the law.