Contract Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Contract Talent Acquisition Recruiter in Merriam, KS, responsible for handling the early stages of the recruitment process and providing HR onboarding support on a contract basis.

Responsibilities

• Assess incoming applications and screen resumes to identify candidates who meet role requirements and align with the company culture.
• Schedule and conduct phone screens to evaluate qualifications, experience, and overall fit, then present suitable candidates to hiring managers.
• Support hiring administration, including preparing offer letters, initiating background checks, and coordinating onboarding tasks for new hires.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and requisition statuses within the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Provide regular pipeline updates and status reports to the Talent Acquisition Supervisor.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders throughout the hiring process.
• Support additional recruiting efforts as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1 to 3 years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience, in-house or agency.
• Experience sourcing candidates and managing early-stage recruitment pipelines.
• Comfortable conducting structured phone screens and evaluating candidate fit.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS); Paylocity experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple open requisitions simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional, candidate-friendly approach.
• Self-starter who can work independently and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with background check platforms and offer letter processing is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Technologies

• Paylocity

Contract Details

• Schedule: Full-time hours during the contract period
• Location: Merriam, KS (onsite)
• Reports To: Talent Acquisition Supervisor