Contract Recruiter (min. 6 months role)

PragerU; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PragerU is seeking a Contract Recruiter (minimum 6 month role with potential for full-time) to attract and hire mission-aligned talent. This hands-on role partners with hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team to build pipelines, move quickly on top talent, and leverage AI to scale recruiting efforts.

Responsibilities include full-cycle recruiting across marketing, production, content, operations, and fundraising; developing creative sourcing strategies; proactive candidate outreach;

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive full-cycle recruiting across all departments, including roles supporting marketing, production, content, operations, and fundraising from sourcing through offer
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies, including direct outreach, networking, and leveraging AI-powered sourcing tools
• Proactively source passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, referrals, Boolean searches, AI tools, and other creative sourcing methods
• Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines for both active and future roles
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through clear communication and timely follow-up
• Use data and recruiting tools to track progress and optimize hiring outcomes
• Partner closely with VP, People Operations and Director, Talent Acquisition to understand hiring needs and provide strategic guidance throughout the process
• Collaborate with the broader People team on recruiting initiatives and projects as needed

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Sourcing

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean search

Networking

AI tools

Communication

Discretion

Google Workspace

ATS

Tools

Google Workspace

ATS

Job description

Location: Remote in AZ, FL, IL, IN, IA, NC, NE, OK, TN, TX

Time Zone: Must be available to work within Pacific Time Zone hours

PragerU’s mission is to promote American values through the creative use of digital media, technology, and edutainment. As we continue to experience rapid growth, we’re looking for a Contract Recruiter (minimum 6 month role with potential for full-time) to help us attract and hire exceptional, mission-aligned talent.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering a high-quality candidate experience. You’ll partner closely with hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team to build strong pipelines, move quickly on top talent, and leverage AI to enhance and scale our recruiting efforts.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Own and drive full-cycle recruiting across all departments, including roles supporting marketing, production, content, operations, and fundraising from sourcing through offer
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies, including direct outreach, networking, and leveraging AI-powered sourcing tools
• Proactively source passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, referrals, Boolean searches, AI tools, and other creative strategies
• Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines for both active and future roles
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through clear communication and timely follow-up
• Use data and recruiting tools to track progress and optimize hiring outcomes
• Partner closely with VP, People Operations and Director, Talent Acquisition to understand hiring needs and provide strategic guidance throughout the process
• Collaborate with the broader People team on recruiting initiatives and projects as needed

Successful Candidates Will Possess

• 3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• MUST have strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search techniques, referrals, networking, and other creative sourcing methods
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage candidates and stakeholders at all levels
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to adapt quickly
• Strong judgment and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Experience working with Google Workspace and applicant tracking systems
• A collaborative, positive attitude and a strong sense of ownership
• Strong alignment with PragerU’s principles, conservative values, and genuine enthusiasm for our content and audience

What We Do

We promote American values through educational videos for people of all ages. People come to PragerU for a variety of reasons, but they all have one thing in common: They want to grow—intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. To learn more about PragerU, visit http://prageru.com.

Salary Range

The salary target for this role is $65,000 - $75,000+. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and most recent market data.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.