Interim Recruiter

Encoura; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Job summary

Encoura is seeking an Interim Recruiter in Austin, Texas. This role supports high-volume recruitment for entry-level customer service positions. Responsibilities include conducting video interviews and managing applicant pipelines. Key qualifications are strong communication, recruitment process proficiency, and a high school diploma. Compensation is $25/hour with variable pay for some roles. Candidates must pass a CLEAR™ verification and have high-speed internet for remote work.

Qualifications

• Highly proficient in recruitment processes and database.
• Experience with various applicant tracking systems.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct video interviews and manage a high volume of applicants.
• Review resumes and select qualified candidates.
• Schedule and conduct professional interviews.

Skills

Proficient in recruitment processes

Strong communication skills

Time management skills

Organizational skills

Experience with applicant tracking systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree or some college completed

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

OneDrive

Job description

Role Overview

As an Interim Recruiter, you’ll support our Talent Management team in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, leading high‑volume recruiting efforts for entry‑level customer service positions. You’ll spend significant time interfacing with candidates via Zoom video, conducting interviews and helping move a large pipeline of applicants through the hiring process efficiently and thoughtfully.

About You

• Prior contract completion for temporary assignments is a plus.
• Successful completion of a background check with employment history verification.
• Team collaboration.
• College degree or some college completed.
• Willingness to learn quickly.
• Ability to multi‑task in a highly dynamic environment.

A Day In Life

As an Interim Recruiter, you will conduct student success video interviews while managing a high volume of applicants each day. Your work will focus on resume review, proactive outreach, phone screenings, and in‑depth video interviews to efficiently move candidates through the hiring process for entry‑level customer service roles. You’ll collaborate closely with the Talent Management team to meet ongoing hiring goals, with your sole responsibility centered on selecting top talent while our onboarding team supports the next steps.

Specific Responsibilities

• Reviewing resumes and selecting qualified candidates to interview.
• Scheduling and conducting professional interviews and making hire recommendations.
• Responding to routine inquiries from candidates outside the company, such as next steps in the hiring process; ensuring applications are updated.
• Handling multiple job tasks at one time and escalating issues in a timely manner.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete and pass a CLEAR™ identity verification as part of the pre‑employment screening process.

Required Skills

• Highly proficient in recruitment processes and database.
• Experience with various applicant tracking systems.
• Making hiring decisions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Excel, Word, OneDrive.

Ability To

• Conduct video interviews.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
• Take inbound (voice) phone calls in a conversation‑heavy environment during your scheduled work shift.
• Accept a temporary assignment.
• Complete the contract.
• Successfully complete employment verification.

Must Be

• Full proficiency in written and spoken English (equivalent to CEF C1 level or above).
• 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Reside within an approved state.
• Able to work from home with the following internet requirements: High‑speed Internet Connection (Cable, Fiber, DSL); 40 Mbps Download; 20 Mbps Upload; 100 ms Ping or less; Jitter 40 ms or less; Hardwired Connection.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is $25. Encoura uses national market data, internal equity considerations, and budget factors when determining compensation. Some roles may include variable pay.

EEO Statement

Encoura is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status, or other protected categories. All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. Encoura endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans pursuant to applicable federal and state law.