Recruiter, Education Staffing Job at Onward Search, Fairfield, CT

  • Onward Search
  • Fairfield, CT

Job Description

About the Role:

Onward Search is a national staffing company that has successfully provided specialized talent to the nation's leading organizations for over 17 years. Our Education Staffing division specializes in placing special education teachers, school psychologists, speech language pathologists, behavioral health professionals, occupational therapists, nurses, and other essential roles in K-12 schools. Our mission is to enhance educational outcomes by connecting skilled professionals with schools in need.

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Recruiter to join our team. This role focuses on sourcing, recruiting, and placing candidates in contract positions at the schools we support. The ideal candidate will be proactive in building a pipeline of talent, qualifying candidates, and managing the interview and offer negotiation process.

Your responsibilities include:
  • Sourcing Candidates: Utilize our database, job boards, and various internet sites to identify and attract qualified candidates for open roles.
  • Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of talent through proactive outreach, networking, and relationship-building.
  • Qualifying Candidates: Conduct thorough candidate screenings to assess qualifications, experience, and fit for specific roles.
  • Negotiating Compensation: Discuss and negotiate pay rates and compensation packages with candidates, ensuring alignment with both candidate expectations and client needs.
  • Candidate Management: Provide ongoing support to candidates after placement, addressing any concerns and ensuring satisfaction in their roles.
  • Internet Savvy: Stay up-to-date with online recruiting tools and strategies to effectively source and engage potential candidates.
Requirements:
  • Previous experience in the staffing industry Education industry experience is a plus
  • Strong understanding of the recruiting process, including sourcing, interviewing, and placement.
  • Excellent communication skills, with a focus on phone outreach and relationship management.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, KPI-driven environment
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple candidates and placements simultaneously.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Bachelor's degree required
Why Join Us?
  • Significant growth potential
  • Competitive compensation package with uncapped commission.
  • Collaborative and supportive company culture focused on innovation and excellence.
Salary
  • $60,000 - $65,000, based on experience.
  • Commission eligible.
  • Comprehensive benefits and PTO package, including 401k, offered.


About Onward Group Holdings, LLC

Onward Group Holdings, LLC is a platform of specialized talent and workforce solutions brands that connect leading organizations with expert talent across high-demand industries. The company combines deep domain expertise, proven infrastructure, and an expansive talent network to deliver solutions that go beyond traditional staffing.

With nearly 20 years in business, Onward Group Holdings partners with companies, schools, and organizations to help them build high-performing teams and thrive in the future of work. It's divisions include Onward Search (Marketing, Creative & Technology), Onward Accessibility (Digital Accessibility), Onward Education (K-12 Education), and Talera (Behavioral Health).

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, and a 401(k) program for eligible full-time employees, along with resources designed to support well-being and career development.


We have built a culture fostered on entrepreneurial spirit, integrity,teamwork,and transparency. If you are energized by connecting people to opportunity, excited by emerging technologies, and motivated by measurable impact, you'll fit in great with our team.


Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply.


We're committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If there's any adjustments we can make to support you as you apply and interview, please reach out to
InclusiveHiring@OnwardSearch.com.

Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by State and Federal law.


*There is no application deadline for this posting because we are accepting applications on an ongoing basis.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work

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