Contract Recruiter

Five Star Bank•Rochester, NY

61d•Hybrid

About The Position

Purpose: We're seeking an experienced Human Resources and/or Recruiting Specialist to support our Talent Acquisition team. This contract role will focus on sourcing, screening, and coordinating hires for associate-level office positions across our organizational footprint. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in high-volume recruiting, strong communication skills, and a detail-oriented, collaborative approach to partnering with hiring managers.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma
Prior Experience: 2+ years of human resources experience, preferably in recruiting.
Understanding of recruitment best practice tools and methodologies.
Must have strong communication skills both verbal (i.e. telephone, virtual meetings, etc.) and written (i.e. email, presentations, etc.), including the ability to explain results at a level that resonates across many different audiences.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy, regarding regulation and pre-employment requirements.
Ability to manage multiple requisitions and meet deadlines
Experience with ATS platforms and recruiting tools
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Able to regularly sit for prolonged periods of time.
Extensive computer usage is required.

Responsibilities

Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and role requirements
Manage full-cycle recruitment for associate-level office roles.
Source candidates through job boards, referrals, and proactive outreach
Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate interview logistics
Maintain accurate records in our applicant tracking system (ATS)
Provide timely updates and guidance to hiring managers throughout the process
Support onboarding coordination in partnership with HR and hiring teams
Ensure a positive candidate experience and uphold our employer brand
Ensure all pre-employment requirements are met by candidates and hiring managers; including initiation and monitoring of pre-employment background and credit checks.
Lead onboarding process in collaboration with administration, information technology, training and hiring manager to ensure a positive and seamless experience.
Demonstrate the standards and principles of the Five Star Bank experience in every interaction with internal and external customers, associates, and stakeholders. Incorporate the high-performance behaviors of teamwork, leading by example, and service in every facet of work.