HR Specialist - Recruiting

Position Summary

The Recruiter is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to attract, evaluate, and hire top talent. This role places a strong emphasis on effective utilization and management of the ATS (Paylocity) to ensure a streamlined and compliant hiring process.

Full-Cycle Recruiting

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding coordination 
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, job requirements, and team goals 
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates 
• Conduct interviews and assess candidates for both technical qualifications and cultural fit 

ATS Management & Optimization

• Maintain Paylocity Recruiting dashboard to ensure accurate and up-to-date candidate data 
• Create and manage job postings within Paylocity and external job boards 
• Track candidate progress, maintain workflow stages, and ensure timely updates 
• Identify opportunities to improve Paylocity functionality and workflows

Candidate Experience

• Provide a positive, professional experience for all candidates throughout the hiring process 
• Maintain consistent communication with candidates regarding application status and next steps 
• Coordinate interviews, feedback collection, and offer processes 

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Partner with hiring managers, and leadership to align recruiting strategies with business goals 
• Train hiring managers and team members on Paylocity usage and best practices 
• Support workforce planning and talent pipeline development 
• Additional duties as assigned 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience) 
• 2+ years of recruiting experience, preferably staffing at field level in a fast-paced environment 
• Hands-on experience with an Applicant Tracking System (e.g., Paylocity, Workday, iCIMS, Taleo) 
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes, sourcing techniques, and hiring best practices 
• Experience analyzing recruiting data and generating reports 

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in ATS platforms and recruiting technologies 
• Strong organizational and time-management skills 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously 
• Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy and compliance mindset 
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience optimizing or implementing ATS systems 
• Knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements 
• Experience in high-volume or specialized recruiting 

Work Environment

• Typically, office-based; may require occasional travel or onsite hiring support 
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple competing priorities