Sr. Recruiter

NORC at the University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

5d•$110,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a Senior Recruiter to join its Chicago-based Talent Acquisition team. The role supports a varied recruiting portfolio across NORC business units and regions, including professional, specialized, corporate, skilled, and high-volume roles. The Senior Recruiter develops and executes recruitment strategies to meet ongoing and time-sensitive hiring needs, support periods of increased recruitment volume, and maintain a strong experience for candidates and hiring managers. The position is part of the NORC People team and follows a hybrid schedule, with at least six days per month in NORC’s Chicago office. NORC People supports the organization’s mission and values by partnering with research, operations, and administrative departments to recruit, develop, and retain staff. Its work includes talent acquisition, hiring, benefits administration, employee relations, and performance evaluation programs, as well as supporting compliance and the security of staff information and systems. This is a regular position with a listed pay range of $110,000 to $125,000 and eligibility for a performance-contingent bonus. Regular staff are eligible for NORC’s comprehensive benefits program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience recruiting across professional and high-volume roles.
At least 5 years of experience conducting proactive candidate sourcing using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searches, or other advanced sourcing techniques.
At least 5 years of experience with applicant tracking software.
Proficiency using social media and other digital channels to source candidates, such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Handshake, and other job boards.
Knowledge of OFCCP regulations and compliance requirements related to recruiting and applicant data.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong business acumen.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt and succeed in a rapidly changing, ambiguous environment.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing requisitions across specialized and high-volume hiring environments.
Strong organization, prioritization, and follow-through skills, with the ability to adjust to shifting business needs and hiring surges.
Commitment to quality and exceptional service for internal stakeholders and external candidates.
Ability to work a hybrid schedule that includes six days per month in the Chicago office.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PageUp applicant tracking software.
Experience working in a federal contractor environment.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruitment for professional, specialized, and high-volume roles, including intake meetings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
Recruit simultaneously for professional, corporate, skilled, and high-volume roles.
Partner with hiring managers and senior leaders to develop talent strategies, understand workforce needs, define job requirements and position profiles, and deliver sourcing plans.
Consult with stakeholders on recruitment strategies, market insights, and hiring best practices.
Develop and implement recruitment marketing and employer-branding strategies through social media, career fairs, recruiting events, and other talent acquisition initiatives.
Use the applicant tracking system, referrals, networking, job boards, social media, community partnerships, name generation, and other channels to build talent pipelines.
Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, OFCCP requirements, and federal contractor regulations.
Maintain accurate recruitment data and reporting, including compensation and onboarding details.
Contribute to talent acquisition initiatives, process improvements, policies, strategies, and workforce planning discussions.
Share recruiting best practices and support team collaboration and continuous improvement.
Contribute to ad hoc HR projects as needed.

Benefits

Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment.
Dental and vision insurance.
Defined contribution retirement program and a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program.
Group life insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
Generous paid time off and holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Bereavement leave.
Tuition assistance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Bonus eligibility, with payment contingent on program terms and individual performance.