Recruiter

Knoxville Utilities Board • 4505 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

KUB is a public utility providing electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. It seeks employees who support its mission and values, including a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.

The Recruiter helps build the workforce supporting KUB’s essential community services and serves as a partner in the hiring process, attracting talent and providing candidates with a positive experience from initial contact through their first day. The position leads full-cycle recruitment for full-time and student roles and supports recruiting operations, onboarding-related processes, candidate communications, community outreach, and hiring reports.

The work is primarily sedentary in a typical office environment, with occasional walking or standing and occasional physical tasks. KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for or based on this position. The selection process includes an online application, evaluation of experience, training, and education, an interview, written/performance/behavioral exercises, a background investigation, and a physical assessment and/or drug screen. KUB participates in the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Administration, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in Human Resources or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience as a Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, Human Resources Generalist, or in a related HR role.
• Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or other HR software.
• Experience in full-cycle recruiting, including screening, interviewing, and extending offers.
• Experience participating in career fairs and networking events.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for full-time and student roles, including planning, interviewing, extending offers, pre-employment processing, and ongoing communication with candidates and hiring managers.
• Manage recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system, including posting positions, reviewing applications, and tracking candidate progress.
• Manage new-hire paperwork and I-9 processing.
• Handle candidate communication and outreach and support preboarding, offboarding, and related activities.
• Represent KUB at career fairs and community events to engage and recruit potential candidates.
• Maintain and update reports related to hiring activities and recruitment processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level