Overview

The Senior Recruiter plays a key role in driving talent acquisition strategies to support the workforce needs of the construction industry.  This position is responsible for managing full-cycle recruiting strategies for the field operations.  Perform day-to-day recruiting activities associated with the sourcing, coordinating, screening, qualifying, interviewing, handling offers, and hiring candidates for open positions.  Assist with all recruiting-related processes that will take new hires up to their first day and ensure a smooth transition into HR related onboarding. Will take other strategic direction from the Recruiting Manager as needed.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Responsible for assisting with internal and external relationships tied to Cajun Industries' recruiting efforts
• Work with Recruiting Manager in associated support activities such as organizing resumes, making calls, setting up interviews, performing associated data entry and recordkeeping work, pre-qualification activities, preparing offer letters, setting up testing and screenings, tracking candidate status in Cajun’s CMTS program, referrals, etc
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and department heads to forecast hiring needs and develop sourcing strategies
• Have an advanced knowledge and understanding of job descriptions for all Cajun crafts and work with managers to maintain and update these as necessary
• Evaluate possible recruiting sources toward finding and attracting suitable, qualified candidates that fit the Cajun Industries culture
• Actively source and recruit candidates through the appropriate methods – advertising, recruiters, job sites, career fairs, professional networks, social media, referrals, etc
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with professional, industry, and social networks to source qualified candidates
• Review and analyze resumes, applications, and qualifications to determine suitability
• Actively pre-screen candidates
• Schedule and coordinate interviews cooperatively with the hiring managers, and participate as necessary and/or where recruiters can add value
• Inform all candidates about Cajun Industries and the open position by selling Cajun features, advantages, and benefits to candidates throughout the process as may be appropriate
• Take a lead role in evaluating candidates against Cajun Industries’ expectations
• Brief and debrief candidates before and after interviews
• Advise hiring managers on interviewing and on how they may best handle individual interviews
• Conduct and verify references
• Conduct and/or oversee pre-employment testing – technical and non-technical
• Serve as the primary point person in the communications with candidates
• Provide regular updates and feedback to the recruiting manager
• Extend offers of employment within the company's timing and compensation parameters and work with the hiring manager on any negotiation processes
• Maintain awareness of local labor market trends and competitor activity
• Ensuring recruiting practices comply with federal, state, and local labor laws
• Support internal audits and reporting related to hiring and compliance
• Mentor recruiters and recruiting coordinators
• Assist in developing and refining recruiting processes and tools
• Lead or contribute to special projects such as onboarding improvements, recruitment marketing, or technology upgrades

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or recruiting recruiting-related field is preferred; experience in lieu of degree will be considered
• Two to five plus years of related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in an industrial / construction setting is preferable
• Must be familiar with heavy industrial construction crafts
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to source, attract, screen, and interview candidates with technical backgrounds
• Computer literacy
• Stellar phone skills
• Planning and organization
• Skilled behavioral interviewer with the ability to conduct different types of interviews
• Creative problem solver
• Sound judgment and decision making
• Flexible and adaptable
• A team player
• Sharp negotiation skills
• Consultative approach
• Confidentiality
• Energetic, self-motivated & persistent
• Goal and results driven
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
• Positive attitude

Physical:  While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods during office work and meetings.
• Operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information in person, electronically, and during virtual or telephone meetings.

Mental:  While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Direct, collaborate with, and communicate with executives, clients, and project teams. 
• Interpret and apply company policies, safety protocols, and written instructions. 
• Perform mathematical calculations, analyze business data, and review project estimates.
• Maintain accuracy, productivity, and attention to detail while managing competing priorities in an active office environment with frequent interruptions.