Maritime Operations Recruiter — Hybrid & Travel

Mercy Ships; Lindale (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Ships is seeking an Operations Recruitment Specialist to lead sourcing efforts for maritime and operational roles. You will build partnerships, manage a broad talent network, and actively recruit top candidates to support our mission.

You will design innovative sourcing strategies, track KPIs, and collaborate with the global team while maintaining a high-touch candidate experience and alignment with Mercy Ships values. Some travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Minimum of two years recruiting experience.
• Familiarity with ATS and CRM tools.
• Strong sourcing and candidate engagement abilities.
• Proven data-driven approach to KPIs and hiring metrics.

Responsibilities

• Build and evaluate applicant sources and partnerships with associations and schools.
• Develop a large talent network from alumni, leads, referrals and online sources.
• Actively source passive candidates using online tools and outreach.
• Coordinate seed-planting initiatives with centers and networks.
• Promote Mercy Ships branding and high-quality candidate experience.

Skills

Interviewing

Networking

Sourcing

Candidate experience

Boolean search

Data-driven recruiting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, Marketing, Healthcare, or equivalent

2 years recruiting experience

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

CRM platforms

Microsoft 365

Job description

Mercy Ships is seeking an Operations Recruitment Specialist to lead sourcing efforts for maritime and operational roles. You will build partnerships, manage a broad talent network, and actively recruit top candidates to support our mission.

You will design innovative sourcing strategies, track KPIs, and collaborate with the global team while maintaining a high-touch candidate experience and alignment with Mercy Ships values. Some travel is required.