Contract Recruiting Assistant - Remote/Hybrid

Southminster; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Southminster is seeking a detail-oriented Recruiting Assistant for a part-time, six-month contract. This role supports screening candidates, license verification, interview coordination, candidate communication, and ATS maintenance using Paycom.

The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and capable of handling competing priorities while maintaining a professional and welcoming candidate experience. Must have 3+ years in recruiting coordination or HR support, with strong MS Office skills and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of recruiting coordination or HR support experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate phone, video, and in-person interviews.
• Communicate interview details and next steps to candidates promptly.
• Maintain candidate records and ATS (Paycom) status.
• Post and update job openings on careers page and boards.
• Assist with resume reviews and candidate outreach.
• Prepare interview materials and collect interviewer feedback.
• Support recruiting reports and scheduling progress.
• Handle confidentiality of candidate and employee information.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paycom

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Job description

Recruiting Assistant — Part-Time, 6-Month ContractLocation: Remote/HybridSchedule: Part-time, Monday through Thursday, 20 hours per weekContract duration: Six monthsCompensation: $20/hr.Reports to: Manager of Talent AcquisitionPosition OverviewSouthminster is seeking a detail-oriented Recruiting Assistant for a part-time, six-month contract assignment. This position will support the team with screening candidates, verifying licenses, interview coordination, candidate communication, and applicant tracking system maintenance.The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable managing competing priorities while providing a professional and welcoming candidate experience.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate phone, video, and in-person interviews.Communicate interview details, scheduling updates, and next steps to candidates promptly and professionally.Maintain accurate candidate records, interview statuses, and recruiting activity in Paycom which is our applicant tracking system (ATS).Post and update approved job openings on the company’s careers page and designated job boards.Assist with resume reviews and initial candidate outreach based on criteria established by the Manager of Talent Acquisition.Electronically prepare interview materials and follow up with interviewers to collect feedback.Support recruiting reports by tracking candidate activity, open positions, and scheduling progress.Assist with related administrative projects as needed.Handle candidate and employee information with discretion and confidentiality.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED.Must be able to work the agreed part-time schedule, 20 hours per week, and maintain the weekly performance expectations throughout the six-month assignment.Must have a minimum of 3 years’ prior experience in recruiting coordination or HR support.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.Ability to meet deadlines, performance expectations, and adapt to changing priorities.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Excel.Experience with Paycom or a similar ATS system is preferred.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the Manager of Talent Acquisition.Schedule and AssignmentThis is a part-time contract assignment lasting six months, with an anticipated start date of November 2, 2026. The expected schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with availability during the hours of 12:30p – 5:30p and consistent Microsoft Teams communication throughout those scheduled hours.Any extension of the assignment will depend on business needs and is not guaranteed.Make a difference where it matters. Apply today and become a part of a team that truly cares.Drug-free workplace. EEO & E-Verify employer.