Recruiter - Entry Level
The Technical Recruiter at Confidential Client is responsible for sourcing and selecting qualified candidates through various outreach methods, building relationships with job seekers, and collaborating with sales and hiring managers to fulfill client staffing needs. This role involves managing the full recruitment cycle including screening, interview coordination, and offer negotiation, contributing to the growth and success of both clients and candidates. The position is on-site in Westerville, OH, offering a structured work schedule and performance-based incentives.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Technical Staffing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring an entry-level Technical Recruiter to join a fast-growing technical staffing team serving local customers in the Minerva Park / Columbus, OH area. This is an in-person, full-time recruiting role ideal for someone energetic, coachable, and motivated by performance-based pay and a clear growth path.
What You’ll Do
You will support the hiring lifecycle for technical and skilled roles by sourcing, screening, and presenting qualified candidates to hiring teams.
- Select and screen qualified candidates via resume review, phone outreach, and email
- Source candidates through cold calling, networking, job boards, and local market engagement
- Build and maintain candidate relationships in the local talent pool
- Collaborate with sales and hiring managers to craft accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria
- Present qualified candidates to internal sales teams and hiring clients
- Schedule interviews and prepare interview materials and questions
- Support the offer process, including recommending salary ranges, incentives, and start dates in collaboration with hiring managers
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Customer service experience preferred
- Competitive, goal-oriented mindset
- Proactive, coachable, and open to feedback
- Strong organization skills and close attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Projected first-year compensation: $45,000 – $55,000 (base + commissions/variable pay)
- Typical progression (estimates): Year 2: $50,000 – $75,000; Year 3: $70,000 – $100,000 (performance dependent)
- Benefits include base salary + uncapped commission potential, performance incentives, medical and dental coverage, 401(k), PTO and paid holidays
- Summer half-day Fridays every other week
Schedule & Location
- Work schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Work location: On-site, in person 5 days/week — Westerville / Minerva Park area, OH
Why This Role
- Fast career progression with clear earning potential and sales/recruiting skill development
- Strong support and coaching culture for entry-level recruiters
- Hands-on experience across candidate sourcing, interviewing, and offers for technical roles
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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