Labor Field Recruiter

UNKNOWN; Town of Arcadia (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Discount on Home Furnishings

Telehealth

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ashley Furniture in Arcadia, WI is seeking a Labor Field Recruiter to build local talent pipelines and represent the company at community events. This role emphasizes in-field outreach, campus recruiting, and strong partnerships with schools and job centers.

You will work independently in the community while aligning with HR and business leaders, design recruiting strategies, and ensure a positive candidate experience from outreach to interviews and onboarding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in recruiting, staffing, or related field
• Valid driver’s license (required for field travel)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders to understand current and future staffing needs
• Design and execute field recruiting strategies that support those needs
• Share insights on local labor trends and candidate competition to guide hiring decisions
• Lead and organize local job fairs, industry events, and campus recruiting efforts
• Source qualified candidates using databases, networking, referrals, job fairs, and online resources

Job description

At Ashley, we build extraordinary teams. Come join our team as a Labor Field Recruiter based in Arcadia, WI.

Who We Are

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.

Labor Field Recruiter - Arcadia, WI

What You’ll Do
Be a Strategic Partner

• Collaborate with business leaders to understand current and future staffing needs
• Design and execute field recruiting strategies that support those needs
• Share insights on local labor trends and candidate competition to guide hiring decisions

Be a Community Connector

Build and maintain relationships with

• Community organizations and agencies
• Job centers and workforce development partners
• High schools, trade schools, technical schools, colleges, and universities
• Develop a trusted network that expands and sustains candidate flow
• Represent Ashley at community events such as festivals, parades, and sporting events

Create Talent Pipelines in the Field

• Lead and organize local job fairs, industry events, and campus recruiting efforts
• Ensure recruiting marketing materials (flyers, posters, yard signs) are visible and effective in the market
• Use creative outreach methods—including social media and grassroots recruiting—to connect with potential candidates

Deliver a Great Candidate Experience

• Source qualified candidates using databases, networking, referrals, job fairs, and online resources
• Proactively reach out to candidates via phone, text, and email to:
  • Assess interest and qualifications
  • Schedule interviews or invite candidates onsite

Conduct pre-screen interviews and clearly explain

• Job duties and expectations
• Pay, benefits, schedules, and working conditions
• Growth and advancement opportunities

Support Hiring & Compliance

• Review applications and match candidates to job requirements
• Refer qualified candidates to hiring managers for interviews and facility tours
• Assist with hiring decisions and completion of hiring paperwork
• Maintain accurate, timely updates in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and all weekly productivity reports

What Helps You Succeed

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in recruiting, staffing, or related field
• Valid driver’s license (required for field travel)

Skills That Make a Difference

• Strong influencing and relationship-building skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal awareness
• Ability to manage time, priorities, and multiple initiatives independently
• Attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practices
• Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement principles

How You’ll Work

• Independently in the field while staying closely connected to the broader HR and business teams
• Actively participating in team meetings, training, and development
• Supporting special projects and providing backup when needed
• Maintaining reliable attendance and flexibility to attend community events

Why You’ll Love This Role

• You’ll spend your time out in the community, not behind a desk
• You’ll build real relationships and see the direct impact of your work
• You’ll have autonomy to shape recruiting strategies locally
• You’ll help people find jobs that can change their lives

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

Corporate Social Responsibility (https://www.ashleyfurniture.com/about-us/corporate-social-responsibility/report/)

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Ashley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and may modify job responsibilities as business needs evolve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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