University Recruiter

Aston Carter • Berwyn, IL

3d • $36 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

The Recruiter I / Sourcer attracts and hires technical talent, particularly for software development and other technology-focused roles. The position supports the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening through interviews, reference checks, offers, and new-hire orientation. It also supports exit interviews and employee status changes. The role follows established processes and guidelines, operates under immediate supervision, and contributes to high-volume technical hiring initiatives.

The position is based fully onsite in Chicago, Illinois, in a structured, process-driven corporate recruiting and HR environment. It involves using recruiting technologies and tools to source, track, and communicate with candidates, managing a high volume of technical requisitions, collaborating with supervisors and team members, and maintaining accurate documentation. Professional attire appropriate for a corporate recruiting and HR environment is expected.

Requirements

• 13 years of experience sourcing candidates, preferably in technical or university recruiting environments.
• Experience in recruiting and talent acquisition, including exposure to high-volume recruitment processes.
• Ability to source and attract technical talent, particularly for software development and related technology roles.
• Knowledge of commonly used recruiting and talent acquisition concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and established guidelines accurately.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple requisitions and tasks in a high-volume setting.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with candidates, hiring teams, and supervisors.
• Ability to work under immediate supervision and report to a supervisor or manager.
• Attention to detail when interviewing, checking references, processing offers, and documenting employee status changes.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field may be required or preferred.
• 02 years of experience in recruiting, HR, or a related area, with exposure to technical hiring considered a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in technical recruiting or sourcing for software development and other technology roles.
• Experience in university recruiting or campus outreach.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume recruiting environment and manage competing priorities.
• Familiarity with standard recruitment tools and platforms used for sourcing and tracking candidates.
• Interest in building expertise in technical talent markets and evolving hiring needs.

Responsibilities

• Source qualified technical candidates for software development and other technology roles, with a focus on L4-level and similar positions.
• Conduct end-to-end recruiting activities, including initial outreach, screening, and interview coordination for a high volume of requisitions.
• Partner with hiring teams to understand role requirements and identify suitable talent through proactive sourcing strategies.
• Interview candidates to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit using established criteria and guidelines.
• Check professional references and verify candidate information to support hiring decisions.
• Prepare and extend job offers, communicating role details and ensuring alignment with organizational policies.
• Coordinate and conduct orientation for new employees, helping them understand policies, processes, and expectations.
• Conduct exit interviews for departing employees and document feedback and reasons for separation.
• Process employee status changes and ensure timely, accurate updates to relevant systems and records.
• Follow instructions, pre-established guidelines, and standard operating procedures in recruitment and HR-related tasks.
• Maintain accurate and organized candidate and employee documentation in accordance with internal standards.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members, providing updates on recruitment progress and challenges.
• Support university and early-career recruiting activities, including sourcing and engaging candidates from academic programs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of sourcing and recruiting practices in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility and plan terms.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, subject to eligibility and plan terms.
• 401(k) retirement plan, with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available.
• Voluntary life insurance and AD&D coverage for employees and dependents.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, subject to eligibility and applicable terms.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level