Career Planner

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Career Planner to join their dynamic team in McHenry, IL. This role focuses on recruiting and placing candidates in well-matched employment opportunities while fostering strong relationships with local businesses. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a passion for connecting individuals with the right jobs. With a competitive salary and opportunities for growth, this position offers a supportive work environment where your contributions can make a real difference. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to help others find their ideal careers, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or relevant experience in recruiting or staffing.
• Strong computer skills with ATS and HR software experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to plan staffing needs and source candidates.
• Pre-screen, interview, and assess candidates for job fit.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

1-2 Years 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, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Description:

We are immediately hiring a dedicated and detail-oriented career planner to join our team in McHenry, 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.