Account Manager Recruitment

Goodwill Industries of Greater NY & Northern NJ; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time off

Health benefits

Retirement matching

Transit benefits

Job summary

Goodwill Greater New York and Northern New Jersey seeks a Recruitment Account Manager to source, screen, and refer qualified candidates for open job orders across multiple industries, supporting Fordham and Hunts Point Workforce1 sites in NYC.

This fast-paced role emphasizes building relationships with employers and community partners, achieving referral and placement targets, and maintaining accurate data in CRM systems such as Dynamics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent).
• 2–3 years of experience in recruitment, staffing, or workforce development.
• Proficient with CRM systems (Dynamics) and Microsoft 365; strong data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Source and screen candidates and refer to open roles across multiple industries.
• Partner with employers and Workforce1 teams to fill job orders quickly.
• Represent Workforce1 at events and career fairs across NYC.
• Meet referral and placement targets while ensuring data compliance.
• Engage with community based orgs to strengthen candidate pipelines.

Skills

Recruitment

Screening

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

Dynamics

Microsoft 365

Job description

Goodwill Greater New York and Northern New Jersey (GWNYNJ) believes that the power of work and sustainable fashion is how we unlock the good in our communities. For over 100 years, we have helped people get jobs, stay employed, and progress in careers across New York and Northern New Jersey. We believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our workplace. We are committed to fostering our inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute fully. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and abilities.
Location: Bronx, NY
Position Overview
The Recruitment Account Manager is responsible for sourcing, screening, and referring a high volume of qualified candidates to open job opportunities through the Workforce1 Career Centers. This position supports both the Fordham and Hunts Point Workforce1 sites and plays a critical role in meeting recruitment and placement goals while maintaining strong relationships with employers and community partners.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment and is committed to connecting New Yorkers to quality employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Candidate Recruitment & Screening

• Source and identify qualified candidates for open job orders across multiple industries.
• Conduct detailed screenings to assess candidate readiness, experience, and suitability for available roles.
• Manage a high-volume recruitment pipeline and ensure timely referrals to employer partners.
• Maintain accurate and compliant candidate and referral data in required systems (e.g., Dynamics, Worksource1).

Employer & Event Support

• Partner with Business Services and Career Services teams to fulfill employer job orders efficiently.
• Represent Workforce1 at recruitment events, job fairs, and community partner events across NYC.
• Provide logistical and screening support during onsite and offsite hiring events to ensure high-quality candidate participation.

Performance & Compliance

• Achieve weekly and monthly referral and placement targets as defined by SBS performance metrics.
• Ensure all screenings, referrals, and data entry are compliant with Workforce1 and SBS standards.
• Collaborate with team members to continuously improve recruitment processes and outcomes.

Community & Partnership Engagement

• Engage with community-based organizations and training providers to strengthen candidate pipelines.
• Promote Workforce1 opportunities through targeted outreach and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent relevant experience).
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in recruitment, staffing, or workforce development.
• Proven ability to screen, match, and refer candidates efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and CRM systems (Dynamics experience preferred).
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout NYC to support both Bronx Workforce1 sites and employer events.

What We Offer

• Generous Time off policy to use when you need it
• Health, wellness and financial resources to help you achieve our personal goals
• Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leaves and company sponsored life insurance
• Retirement matching programs and contributions
• Transit and commuter benefits

Work Environment

This position operates in a dynamic, fast-paced setting serving diverse communities. Flexibility is required to support both the Fordham (Hub) and Hunts Point Workforce1 Career Centers, including occasional evenings or weekends for recruitment events.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Goodwill NY/NJ and the Workforce1 Career Centers are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or any other protected status.

#IND1
We believe in creating space for everyone to do their best work and have individual and collective impact. We believe in challenging the status quo and setting ambitious goals in the name of doing more good. We believe that being your best self and helps others do the same is how we bring our mission alive. Even if you don’t think you meet all the qualifications listed for the job, we would love to hear from you!

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, or if you are unable to apply through our recruitment portal, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are happy to assist and ensure you have an equal opportunity to apply.