Contract Recruiter (Operations)

*This is a Contract to Hire position with the potential to transition into a full-time position after 90 days based on business need and performance. This role commutes into our Tempe, AZ location Monday-Friday.

About Carvana

If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry, then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old-fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine ?!

We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit is evident at Carvana and every day we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do.  Here are a few of our stories ! We’ve been changing the game since 2013, and we’re not taking our foot off the gas now. 

About the team and position

The Contract Recruiter (90-day Contract to Hire opportunity) within our Operations Talent team is required to provide professional recruitment services, to ensure our department meets all staffing needs, and that all candidates and prospective employees have the best possible hiring experience! Developing strong business relationships with your (really awesome) coworkers is key and most importantly, you will see your insights have an immediate, tangible impact every day in a well-funded and rapidly growing company. Specifically, as a Contract Recruiter for one or more of our Operations teams (Logistics, Inspection Centers, or Customer Care), you will provide the full 360 recruitment process with a focus on entry-level candidates and high-volume recruiting, for all sites across the country.

Work Location

This role is located in our Tempe, AZ headquarters. Candidates must be able to commute to our office in Tempe, AZ near Arizona State University. 

What you’ll be doing as a Contract Recruiter

• Sourcing candidates through various methods such as social media, Indeed, Carvana website.


• Conducting in-depth phone interviews via phone


• Provide resumes and screening notes for hiring manager interviews.


• Manage the candidate expectations regarding the background check process, while working with both candidates and colleagues to ensure our candidates are processed for a successful hire. 


• Working with your key stakeholders to ensure you know what is expected of you, and what the business requires for each area of the Operations team’s business. 


• Focus on a high conversion rate from interview to offer.


• You will help us build a stronger company. Every day.


• Other duties as assigned.

What you should know/have

• You should have at least 2 years of full cycle recruiting experience.


• Experience using recruiting applications and creative methods to source qualified candidates. We use Greenhouse ATS.


• Experience working with hiring managers and adapting sourcing strategies to match the needs of the team.


• Ability to operate with a sense of urgency without sacrificing accuracy. We are fast-paced and need people who can keep up!


• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.


• Comfortable with change and can easily adapt.


• You will not leave your personality at home. We thrive from each unique perspective. Our strength is in our diversity of opinions.

What we’ll offer in return

• After the 90-day contract, we will explore an opportunity to transition into a full-time role based on business need and your performance.


• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.


• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.


• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

Other requirements

To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.