Recruiter

The State Group; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

Per diem for eligible candidates

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Competitive compensation with annual/§

Diversity & inclusion

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

The State Group is seeking a Recruiter to support our Operations team on a project in Hawesville, Kentucky. This is a fifteen-month assignment, with future opportunities within the organization. This position requires working six ten-hour days for the majority of the assignment.

Join a growing team dedicated to staffing critical infrastructure projects across North America. You will manage end-to-end recruiting, partner with hiring managers, and help build a strong talent pipeline while ensuring

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including construction industry recruiting.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• General foundational knowledge of HR is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Close attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and polished approach.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems, job boards, and social media recruiting tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process across U.S. and Canada operations.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements and deliver qualified candidates promptly.
• Maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail while handling multiple open requisitions.
• Track, analyze, and report on recruiting metrics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and inform strategy.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, provincial, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Represent the organization at university events and career fairs, strengthening the talent pipeline.
• Provide consistent, professional communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring and onboarding process.
• Identify trends and recommend process improvements to enhance recruiting effectiveness.
• Support HR projects and initiatives as directed by the CHRO.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Job boards

Social media recruiting

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

For more than 65 years, The State Group's 3,500+ professionals have built and maintained the infrastructure that keeps businesses and industries moving across North America. Today, the company is a multi-trade industrial contractor powering industry solutions and sustaining critical operations across electrical, mechanical, civil, communications, maintenance, and emerging technology—from major construction projects to the ongoing work that keeps critical operations running as a trusted service partner of choice.

We invest in our people, technology, and innovation to strengthen how we work today and prepare for what's ahead. At The State Group, there are tremendous opportunities to build your skills, grow your career, and be part of something bigger.

The State Group is seeking a Recruiter to support our Operations team on a project in Hawesville, Kentucky. This is a fifteen-month assignment, with future opportunities within the organization. This position requires working six ten-hour days for the majority of the assignment.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

This position is integral to our success and offers opportunities for career advancement.

100% PAID medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Per diem may be offered for eligible candidates.

Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and immediate vesting.

Competitive compensation and annual pay increases.

State embraces and encourages workplace diversity.

Forge partnerships that last through teamwork, integrity, and respect.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Manage the full-cycle recruitment process across U.S. and Canada operations, ensuring efficiency and quality at every stage.

Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements and deliver qualified candidates promptly.

Maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail while handling multiple open requisitions.

Track, analyze, and report on recruiting metrics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and inform strategy.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, provincial, and local employment laws and company policies.

Represent the organization at university events and career fairs, strengthening the talent pipeline.

Provide consistent, professional communication with candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring and onboarding process.

Identify trends and recommend process improvements to enhance recruiting effectiveness.

Support HR projects and initiatives as directed by the CHRO.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO JOIN OUR TEAM

3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including experience recruiting in the construction industry.

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field, or equivalent experience.

General foundational knowledge of HR is preferred.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Close attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and polished approach.

Experience using applicant tracking systems, job boards, and social media recruiting tools.

A strong commitment to our team, our customers, and the environments we serve.

Embrace challenges, commit to continuous improvement, and deliver exceptional work.

The State Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email [e-mail].