Career Planner

Sustainable Staffing Inc.; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a dedicated Career Planner in Harvard, IL, to recruit and place candidates in suitable job opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a background in talent acquisition, excellent communication abilities, and organizational skills. This role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 1–2 years of related experience in recruiting or staffing.
• Strong computer skills with experience in ATS and HR software.
• Hands-on experience with interviewing and candidate assessments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to anticipate and plan staffing needs.
• Source candidates through various methods including networking.
• Pre-screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure job fit.
• Manage relationships with external agencies and colleges.
• Handle administrative tasks such as file management.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Communication skills

Recruitment methods

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

1–2 years of related experience

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

HR software

Job description

Job Position: Career Planner

Location: McHenry, IL 60050

Pay Rate: $40,000 to $48,000/yr BOE

Shift: 1st shift, Mon-Fri, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Description:

We are immediately hiring a dedicated and detail-oriented career planner to join our team in Harvard, IL. This role focuses on recruiting, screening, and placing candidates in well-matched employment opportunities while building strong relationships with local businesses. The ideal candidate will have experience in talent acquisition, excellent communication skills, and a passion for connecting individuals with the right job opportunities.

This position offers a competitive salary with opportunities for growth in a dynamic and supportive work environment.

Career Planner Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to anticipate and plan staffing needs.
• Source candidates through cold calling, social media, referrals, career fairs, and networking.
• Create and maintain job postings and determine the best advertising methods.
• Pre-screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure job fit.
• Provide candidates with job details, including employment length, schedules, benefits, and expectations.
• Manage relationships with external agencies, colleges, and recruitment vendors.
• Handle administrative tasks such as file management, maintaining databases, and processing applications.

Career Planner Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or 1–2 years of related experience in recruiting or staffing.
• Strong computer skills with experience in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR software.
• Hands-on experience with interviewing, candidate assessments, and reference checks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) language skills are a plus, but not required.

DH0013 / SUS – Harvard