Contract Recruiter

About Checkr Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Over 140,000 companies and millions of people rely on Checkr for AI verification in the moments that matter most: getting a new job, a new place to live, a car ride, childcare, even a date. Customers include Uber, Pennymac, Airbnb, Doordash, and Anthropic.

We're a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.

About the role

As a contract G&A and Operations Recruiter, you will find top-tier candidates who bring strong ability, an entrepreneurial spirit, a strong sense of ownership, and diversity of thought. You will be responsible for communicating the Checkr story and value proposition while sourcing and guiding candidates through our hiring process. You are driven, eager, and able to develop lasting relationships with both candidates and hiring managers.


This is a 3-month contract position.

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with hiring managers and executives to understand hiring needs and define requirements
• Develop unique sourcing strategies to surface top passive candidates
• Review resumes, pre-screen candidates, and drive the interview process from end to end
• Organize and facilitate interview debriefs, helping to guide and drive decision making
• Own the offer approval, extension and negotiation process, and effectively close prospective candidates
• Create and maintain an amazing candidate experience
• Attend recruiting and tech events as necessary

What you bring:

• 6+ years of in-house recruiting experience hiring G&A and Operations talent at a tech company.
• Ability to manage a high req load
• Strong sourcing ability and a diverse bag of tricks
• Passion for creating an elite candidate experience
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers
• Time management and multitasking skills
• A sense of ownership and accountability for the roles you own
• An A-player mindset with a strong bias for action: you raise the bar, move with urgency, stay resilient through ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Pay Transparency Disclosure

We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, see our website.

On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (San Francisco, CA)

$65-$70 USD

What We Offer

• A fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Learning and development allowance
• Competitive cash and equity compensation, and opportunity for advancement
• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
• Flexible PTO policy
• Monthly wellness stipend

At Checkr, we believe an in office work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; Nashville, TN; and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 3+ days a week. In-office perks are provided, such as lunch five times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages. A relocation stipend may be available for those willing to relocate to a Checkr hub location.

Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr
Checkr is committed to building the best product and company, which requires hiring talented and qualified individuals with a diverse set of perspectives and lived experiences. Checkr believes in hiring people of all backgrounds, including those whose histories are impacted by the justice system in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance.

Applicant Privacy Policy
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For applicants in Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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