Hire Up Recruiting Jobs in Usa

We are seeking a highly proactive and research-driven Recruiting Coordinator / Talent Sourcer to support our executive recruiting practice. This role is critical to the success of our searches and requires strong sourcing expertise, independent initiative, and the ability to identify and engage high-caliber passive candidates. Burnett Specialists is consistently ranked the #1 Direct Hire Placement Firm in Austin by the Austin Business Journal Book of Lists, underscoring our commitment to delivering exceptional talent and measurable outcomes for clients.

Responsibilities:

• Own the sourcing process by identifying and engaging passive and active candidates through strategic outreach and creative research methods.
• Conduct targeted candidate sourcing and market research to identify, attract, and qualify top talent for current and future searches.
• Utilize Boolean search techniques across LinkedIn Recruiter, Google, and ATS systems.
• Craft compelling outreach messages to attract high-quality candidates.
• Maintain consistent follow-up with prospects and nurture long-term relationships.
• Deliver a friendly and personal candidate experience from the initial application to the offer process.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and interview panels, along with follow-ups and debriefs.
• Independently manage the full pre-employment screening process, including initiating and tracking background checks, verifying education and employment history, and conducting reference checks.
• Log candidate information in our Applicant Tracking System and other internal databases.
• Manage the applicant search process by placing job advertisements, contacting recruiters, networking and using job sites.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 1-2+ years of experience in candidate sourcing, recruiting, or talent research.
• Boolean search experience and proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Strong Outlook calendar management, Zoom, and Teams coordination experience.
• Must have excellent spelling, grammar, written and verbal communication skills.
• The ideal candidate is naturally curious, resourceful, organized, and confident reaching out to senior-level professionals.

The Benefits:

• Become a company owner through our ESOP!
• Competitive salary plus bonus
• Comprehensive health plan
• 401k Matching

Tempe, AZ (Onsite 4 days a week)

A client in the infrastructure and construction space, is hiring their first Senior Data Scientist to build and lead a new predictive analytics function. They currently have strong Data Engineering and BI teams in place, but no formal predictive analytics capability. This role will establish that function from the ground up.

Why This Role Is Unique

• Founding Data Scientist role
• High executive visibility
• Opportunity to shape tooling, standards, and roadmap
• Clear path to building and leading a team based on impact

What You’ll Do

• Productionalize existing predictive models and advance new analytics initiatives
• Partner with business leaders to identify and prioritize high-value predictive use cases
• Design, build, and deploy machine learning solutions that drive measurable business outcomes
• Own the end-to-end ML lifecycle: data exploration to feature engineering to modeling to deployment to monitoring
• Establish MLOps best practices, including deployment pipelines, model monitoring, and lifecycle management
• Collaborate cross-functionally with data engineering, BI, and AI teams
• Help define and evangelize predictive analytics capabilities across the organization
• This role requires someone comfortable operating independently, engaging directly with business stakeholders, and turning ambiguous problems into production-ready solutions.

Technical Environment

• Azure cloud ecosystem
• Databricks (primary data platform; Spark-based processing)
• Azure Data Factory, Azure DevOps (CI/CD)
• Power BI / Microsoft Fabric
• Python & SQL required
• Experience with MLOps, model monitoring, and deployment pipelines

Ideal Background

• Experience in Data Science / Applied Machine Learning
• Strong Databricks or similar distributed compute experience
• Experience productionalizing ML models in enterprise environments
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing stakeholders
• Startup mentality — builder mindset

Board Up and Carpentry Technician

Blue Island, IL 60406

OVERVIEW:

• The Lead Carpenter / Board-Up Technician is responsible for leading and performing emergency board-up services, temporary structural repairs, and carpentry work in response to property damage caused by fire, water, storms, or other disasters
• This role ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards during every day and emergency response situations
• The position requires strong carpentry skills, the ability to assess damage and site safety, and clear communication with customers regarding the scope of work and next steps in the restoration process
• The Lead Carpenter / Board-Up Technician must work effectively in fast-paced, high-stress environments, coordinate with team members and vendors, and maintain accurate documentation while prioritizing safety, professionalism, and customer service

SUPERVISION AND EXERCISE RECEIVED:

• Reports directly to the Mitigation/EMS Project Manager and receives direction from the Mitigation/EMS Project Manager

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Board up/ Tarp and secure homes and businesses that have been damaged by fire, floods, storms, break-in, and car impact
• Conduct roof inspections, patch roofs, and ladder assistance
• Responsible for building, ground, and fleet maintenance

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Be available for on-call and emergency response services as required
• Lead and perform emergency board-up, temporary repairs, and carpentry work with high-quality craftsmanship
• Safely operate power tools, equipment, and materials; take accurate measurements and perform basic calculations
• Assess damage, identify hazards, and resolve unexpected conditions in disaster-related environments
• Explain the scope of work, board-up process, and lead role to customers, address questions and concerns professionally
• Work efficiently in fast-paced, high-stress situations while maintaining quality and safety standards
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving, decision-making, and crisis management skills
• Coordinate work activities and maintain professional communication with customers, team members, and vendors
• Manage multiple jobs in an organized, timely, and cost-effective manner
• Accurately complete documentation, reports, and basic data entry

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or Equivalent

LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid State driver’s license
• Ability to pass a background screening check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must possess mobility to work in an outdoor setting and drive and operate motor vehicles, mechanical equipment and machinery. This would require finger dexterity to access switches, tools, industry equipment and safety equipment. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. Employees will be working around cleaning supplies, deodorization, and other products with chemical base. Required to climb ladders and work in high places. Ability to stand, walk, squat, climb, crouch, crawl, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull equipment and retrieve items and exert a moderate amount of physical effort to perform such duties. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 75 lbs. and occasionally 100 lbs., to perform the functions of the job. Must be capable of working fire, smoke and/or water damage environments that have potential for mold or mildew

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working outdoors in various temperature conditions and some direct exposure to hazardous substances. Workers may be subject to uncomfortable working conditions including exposure to extreme heat or cold, dust, noise, unusual heights, confined spaces, electrical current and construction hazards. Due to the nature of the work, often the job sites will be dirty, possibly cold, or wet and sometimes unsanitary. Employees will be required to wear protective gear as necessary and most working hours. The work is sometimes strenuous. Employees must be able to follow safety precautions because working in damaged buildings leaves them vulnerable, particularly following earthquakes, for example. Disaster areas often lack resources and comfortable areas to rest. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or customers from time to time

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/ AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT/ VETERANS’ PREFERENCE POLICY/ DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

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Title: Recruiter

Location: Charlotte, NC 28202

Pay range: $34.00 - $38.57/hourly

Setting: Hybrid (3 days onsite required)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re seeking a full‐cycle Contract Recruiter experienced in building pipelines and hiring Alternative Investment accounting professionals (private equity/credit, hedge funds, real assets, CLO administration). You will partner with business leaders and peer recruiters to define talent strategies, source niche profiles, and deliver an equitable, positive hiring experience.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own full cycle recruiting for Alts accounting roles (Fund Accountant, Senior Fund Accountant, Financial Reporting Analyst/Manager, Investor Allocation, CLO Deal/Admin), from intake through offer acceptance.
• Source scarce talent using multichannel strategies (LinkedIn Recruiter, expert communities, Boolean/X‐ray, referrals, alumni, competitive mapping) and develop proactive silver‐medalist and evergreen pipelines.
• Guide hiring leaders on market availability, compensation signals, interview design, and decision quality.
• Champion inclusion in sourcing, slates, and selection; enable fair, skills‐based evaluation and accessible interview experiences.
• Manage candidate experience with timely communication, prep/coaching, and high touch closing strategies.
• Operate the process in Workday (or ATS of record): requisition hygiene, job postings, interview logistics, offer workflow, and onboarding hand‐offs; maintain data integrity.
• Report outcomes using TA analytics: time‐to‐fill, pass‐through by stage, slate diversity, quality‐of‐hire indicators, offer‐to‐accept, and leader satisfaction.
• Partner cross‐functionally with HR, Compensation, Talent Intelligence, and business operations across Investment Services.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 3+ years full‐cycle recruiting (or sourcing) in financial services, asset management, fund administration, or trust/corporate trust—preferred experience with recruiting Alternative Investments accounting talent.
• Ability to translate job requirements into validated competencies and structured interview guides aligned to role profiles and job families.
• Demonstrated success hiring in high‐demand markets with creative sourcing and closing strategies.
• Proficiency with ATS (e.g., Workday), CRM, LinkedIn Recruiter, advanced Boolean/search operators, and other sourcing strategies.
• Strong stakeholder management, executive communication, data‐driven decisioning, and project management skills.
• Commitment to candidate experience, inclusion, and regulatory compliance.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• Time‐to‐accept and time‐to‐start; pipeline health (active prospects, interviews/week).
• Slate diversity and interview compliance; passthrough from screen → panel → offer.
• Quality‐of‐hire proxy metrics (manager satisfaction, interview to hire ratios).
• Data integrity in ATS and adherence to hiring governance.

BENEFITS INFORMATION

• Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We provide exceptional customized service with an emphasis on reliability and outstanding customer support and our customers include over 85 of the Fortune 100. Granite has over $1.85 Billion in revenue with more than 2,100 employees and is headquartered in Quincy, MA. Our mission is to be the leading telecommunications company wherever we offer services as well as provide an environment where the value of each individual is recognized and where each person has the opportunity to further their growth and achieve success.

Granite has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the "Healthiest Companies" in Massachusetts for the past 15 consecutive years.

Our offices have onsite fully equipped state of the art gyms for employees at zero cost.

Granite's philanthropy is unparalleled with over $300 million in donations to organizations such as Dana Farber Cancer Institute, The ALS Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association to name a few.

We have been consistently rated a "Fastest Growing Company" by Inc. Magazine.

Granite was named to Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Granite was recently named One of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity.

Our company's insurance package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, 401K retirement with company match, childcare benefits, tuition assistance, and more.

If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to grow your career with a fast paced and progressive company, Granite has countless opportunities for you.

EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Corporate Recruiter to join our Talent Management team. This role is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to attract and hire top-tier talent across multiple departments. The Corporate Recruiter will work closely with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, develop recruitment strategies, and ensure the timely onboarding of new hires.

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At Novo Connections, we’re invested in your success at every step along your career journey. With your dedicated healthcare recruiter, we can help find ample opportunities to use your talents, do what you love, and create the life you want. Contact your recruiter below.

Full Time Permanent Direct Hire: Salary plus Benefits – $75,000

JOB OVERVIEW

• Clinical Dietitian (RD) – Skilled Nursing Facility
• Contract assignment: Perm/Direct Hire
• Location: Poughkeepsie, New York
• Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday, 5×8
• Skilled nursing facility: 160 beds
• Open to entry level RDs!
• EMR: Point Click Care

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• CDR
• NY dietetics licensure
• Clinical experience preferred

To apply or learn more, please contact:

Sharee Whitten

Healthcare Recruiter

Website:

Text: (331) 866-3322

Phone: (331) 268-9905

Keywords: RDN, Registered Dietitian, Dietetics, Poughkeepsie , New York, NY, contract, temp, temporary, acute care facility

A minority-owned professional recruitment and staffing advisory firm assisting clients with direct hire and contract talent search solutions across a variety of skillsets and industries, Pride Health is disrupting the industry with our total dedication to creating bespoke programs that enable our clients to meet their exact recruiting goals. How do we accomplish this? With an empowering corporate culture based on continuous learning, accountability, and growth—and the result is an impressive roster of clients, long-lasting business relationships, and one of the best places to work in the staffing sector.

Pride Health is seeking Associate Recruiters to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, attracting, and hiring top talent for our clients. You will work closely with our clients to understand their hiring needs and partner with them to deliver exceptional candidates.

The Opportunity

• pre-screening phone calls with candidates.
• prospects in the professional services field for our existing pipeline of business.
• to build a strong pipeline of Tier 1 talent.
• organize, and update new and existing candidates.
• and prepare candidates for 1st round interviews.
• new business including new recruitment opportunities with our existing clients, or recruitment opportunities with new clients.
• relationships with both candidates and clients and building a relevant, useful network.
• your own sustainable pipeline of business through client visits, networking events, candidate marketing, and referral generation.
• the full-cycle of recruitment from candidate identification to candidate offer, negotiation, and placement.
• clients on the market, the search, and interview process as well as offer management.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required with an interest in Recruiting or Human Resources
• Diligent, tenacious, and driven by financial success.
• Strong and clear communication style and skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and balance constantly shifting priorities.
• Missing something? If this sounds like a great job you can do, but you're missing a few qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. We understand a diverse workplace requires a diversity of experience—and we want to include yours in the mix if you've got the skills we need!

Our Benefits

• complete benefits package that includes health, medical, vision, and 401k, as well as a range of free programs aimed at supporting employee wellness.
• for growth and development across a global corporate network while impacting people's lives and Helping the World Work as part of the Pride Global family of companies.
• supportive workplace that promotes diversity of thought, new ideas, and team success through an empowering, inclusive corporate culture (learn more ).
• to inspiring events, invitations to happy hours, and many more opportunities for fun with the most dynamic and motivated team in the industry.

Our Pledge

The Pride Global family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in an inclusive workplace that values different perspectives, fosters creativity, and delivers innovative solutions for ourselves and our clients. We aim to hire and cultivate talent from all backgrounds at the same time we work to create opportunity and address challenges for diverse professionals in our workplace and our industry. If you require any accommodations or have questions, please reach out to For more information, visit our website at .

Salary range: The target salary for this role ranges from $50,000-$60,000per year plus variable incentives. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The HR Recruiter/Generalist will assist in attracting talented individuals and supporting the hiring process for various positions across the organization. Additionally, the HR Recruiter/Generalist will work with Senior HR team members to ensure comprehensive recruiting efforts and foster a positive employer brand, providing an exceptional candidate experience. Will also assist with HR generalist duties including onboarding, benefits, wellness, safety and other tasks as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research and identify potential candidates through job boards, social media platforms, employee referrals and educational institutions including colleges, universities, vocational/trade schools and technical schools
• Plan and conduct on-campus recruiting activities
• Create and post job ads for open positions
• Conduct preliminary screening of candidate resumes to ensure they meet minimum requirements
• Manage candidate communication throughout the hiring process
• Coordinate the scheduling and logistics of all interviews between candidates and hiring managers
• Keep accurate and current records of all recruitment activities
• Assist with recruiting-related administrative tasks including reference checks, background checks and new hire documentation
• Participate in the development of ongoing creative and cost-effective sourcing strategies
• Develop an effective pipeline of key talent potentially available for immediate hire as succession planning needs dictate
• Stay informed of trends and innovative recruiting techniques in order to be competitive in new recruiting practices
• Ensure all job descriptions are up to date and maintained for every job title in the HR file and assist hiring managers with creating and updating job descriptions
• Work with Director of Operations and staffing agency partners to assist withrequests for contract workers and monitor accuracy of staffing agency invoices as well as new contract worker paperwork
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Education requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, communications or related discipline
• 3-5 years of experience in recruiting
• Certification in recruitment (e.g., SHRM, AIRS) strongly preferred
• Effective communication skills with the ability to conduct professional phone and/or video interviews
• Proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite, Applicant Tracking Software and social media recruiting
• Knowledge of job posting sites such as Indeed, LinkedIn, and Handshake as well as other recruiting platforms
• Excellent organizational abilities with proven track record of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional demeanor and ability to represent company values and culture to external candidates
• Strong initiative and solid judgement with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to travel to schools and recruiting events as required

About the Role

The Recruiting Coordinator will support Ariat’s talent acquisition initiatives by posting jobs, scheduling interviews, collecting interview feedback, and communicating with candidates and hiring teams. This position will be hybrid and work a minimum of three days per week at Ariat Headquarters in San Leandro, California.

You’ll Make a Difference By

• Revising job descriptions and posting positions across job boards and Ariat’s ATS
• Creating interview scheduling pages for recruiter(s) and hiring teams
• Scheduling a high volume of phone, virtual, and in-person interviews across multiple time zones
• Collecting timely feedback and next steps after interviews
• Partnering with travel agency to book candidate travel arrangements for on-site interviews
• Assisting with candidate and hiring team communication
• Helping ensure new hires are fully onboarded
• Performing other related duties as assigned

About You

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a recruiting coordinator
• Proven experience accurately scheduling a high volume of complex interviews across time-zones
• Experience posting jobs on LinkedIn, Indeed, and an ATS, familiarity with SuccessFactors is a plus
• Experience using internal communication tools like Zoom or Teams
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Experience using project management tools is a plus
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• High follow-through and resourcefulness
• Strong attention to detail
• Sound judgment and discretion; ability to maintain strict confidentiality as an HR representative
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with the team
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with strong active listening abilities and a customer-focused approach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay focused & calm
• Willingness to approach projects with a can-do attitude
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, candidates, and vendors
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities

About Ariat

Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.

The hourly range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00 per hour.

The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This contract position may be eligible for select benefits through the payrolling agency. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 401k.

Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email

Please see our Employment Candidate Privacy Policy at to learn more about how we collect, use, retain and disclose Personal Information.

Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.

Regional Recruiter is a member of small, highly trained team of recruiters focused on identifying, qualifying, and hiring sales consultants and managers required to fuel growth. An early career position, Regional Recruiter will be developed and mentored to operate as a regional hiring manager. He/she works directly with general and market managers to plan, hire and develop people needed to grow the region. Successful recruiters are ideally suited to grow into leadership positions within our company.

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

· Directly source, screen, interview and hire design consultants, management trainees, sales managers, shop-at-home managers in support of a region

· Work with market and general managers to anticipate and prioritize market needs

· Work with recruiting coordinator to post jobs on relevant job boards and develop alternative sources of candidates

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor degree in psychology, sociology, human resources, business or related field

· Two to five years of experience in retail, sales or service business; some management or recruiting experience preferred

· Passion for recruiting and people development

· Excellent listening, probing, assessment and critical thinking skills

· Outgoing, engaging personality

· Excellent oral communication skills

· Strong work ethic and high personal drive

· Natural leadership skills

ABOUT US: Visit our website at to learn more about us and our career opportunities.

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