Recruiter I

Wet Coast Logistics; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

WCL Group, a growing staffing and workforce solutions firm, seeks an entry-level Recruiter in Boise, Idaho. You will source, screen, and guide candidates from outreach to offer, working closely with client managers in a hybrid model.

This role requires strong communication, relationship-building, and a drive to earn through commissions. Training is provided across industries and tools, with ample growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, marketing, HR or related field preferred.
• 1+ year in sales, marketing, communications, customer service, or client-facing roles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; comfortable making high-volume calls.
• Competitive, goal-oriented mindset with commission motivation.
• Strong organization and time management; multitask effectively.
• Coachable, curious, eager to learn new industries.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new software.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Client Managers to understand each client's hiring needs.
• Build a sourcing plan for each role and find candidates via LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and internal databases.
• Write and post engaging job descriptions and outreach messages.
• Reach out to candidates by phone, email, text, and LinkedIn to build rapport.
• Screen resumes and conduct phone/video interviews to assess fit.
• Present qualified candidates to Client Managers with concise submission summaries.
• Coordinate and prepare candidates for client interviews and gather feedback.
• Support the offer process and candidate expectations through start date.
• Keep ATS records accurate and up to date; manage pipeline activity.
• Grow a network of qualified professionals for future openings.
• Collaborate with recruiting team and leadership to refine strategies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

High-volume calls

Goal-oriented

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Time management

Coachable

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (business/related)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RECRUITER (ENTRY LEVEL) – WCL GROUP

COMPANY HIGHLIGHT

WCL Group is a growing staffing and workforce solutions firm that connects skilled professionals with leading companies across energy (oil and gas and renewables), engineering, construction, manufacturing, supply chain, and life sciences. With offices in Boise, Idaho and Lafayette, Louisiana, our team partners with clients to find the right people for critical roles, and helps candidates land careers that move them forward. This is an opportunity to launch a recruiting career with a close-knit team that invests in training, rewards performance, and gives you a direct line to leadership as the company grows.

LOCATION

Boise, Idaho

COMPENSATION

$45,000 base salary plus uncapped commission
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) with company match

SCHEDULE

Working Model: Hybrid; local candidates only
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm MT

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Recruiter owns the front end of the hiring process, from sourcing and screening candidates to guiding them through interviews and offer. This is an entry-level role: no prior recruiting experience is required, and you will be fully trained on our tools, industries, and process. We are looking for a driven, personable communicator, often someone coming from sales, marketing, or communications, who enjoys building relationships, thrives on goals, and wants a career where effort translates directly into earnings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with Client Managers to understand each client, their hiring needs, and the details of every open requisition
• Build a sourcing plan for each role and find candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, our internal database, referrals, and networking
• Write and post engaging job descriptions and outreach messages that attract active and passive talent
• Reach out to candidates by phone, email, text, and LinkedIn to introduce opportunities and build rapport
• Screen resumes and conduct phone and video interviews to assess skills, experience, and fit
• Present qualified candidates to Client Managers with clear, concise submission summaries
• Coordinate and prepare candidates for client interviews, gather feedback, and keep all parties updated
• Support the offer process, including candidate expectations and negotiation, through start date
• Keep candidate records, notes, and pipeline activity accurate and up to date in our ATS
• Grow a network of qualified professionals to draw from as new positions open
• Collaborate with the recruiting team and leadership to share ideas and refine recruiting strategies

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT

• Daily and weekly outreach and candidate activity levels
• Number of qualified candidate submittals to Client Managers
• Submittal-to-interview and interview-to-placement ratios
• Placements and commission revenue generated
• Candidate and Client Manager feedback on communication and responsiveness
• Accuracy and completeness of ATS records
• Progress through training and ramp-up milestones

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree (business, communications, marketing, human resources, psychology, or related field preferred)
• 1+ years of professional experience in sales, marketing, communications, customer service, or another client- or people-facing role (internships count)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable making high volumes of calls
• Competitive, goal-oriented mindset with motivation to earn commission
• Strong organization and time management; able to juggle multiple roles and deadlines
• Coachable, curious, and eager to learn new industries
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new software

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior recruiting, sourcing, or staffing agency experience
• Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, or an applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Exposure to oil and gas, engineering, construction, or other technical industries
• Familiarity with Managed Service Provider (MSP) or Vendor Management System (VMS) environments