Security Recruiting Assistant

Colonial Security Services•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recruiting Assistant supports the recruiting department in hiring qualified security professionals. This is an opportunity to build a career in Human Resources or Recruiting within the contract security industry. The role is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and pays $47,840 per year. It is full-time and involves working in a fast-paced office environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
Previous recruiting, human resources, customer service, or administrative experience preferred.
Experience in the contract security industry is a plus, but not required.
Experience with applicant tracking systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist recruiters throughout the hiring process for security officer positions.
Review applications and screen candidates based on job qualifications.
Contact applicants by phone, text, and email to schedule interviews.
Conduct initial pre-screening interviews.
Process background checks, employment verifications, and pre-employment paperwork.
Maintain accurate applicant records in the applicant tracking system.
Respond to candidate inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
Assist with job postings across multiple recruiting platforms.
Support onboarding by collecting required employment documents.
Perform general administrative duties to support the recruiting department.