Recruiter I

UES, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, Inc. is seeking a Recruiter I to support full-cycle recruitment across business units from a Phoenix area office.

The role collaborates with local HR and the enterprise Talent Acquisition team to define needs, source candidates, screen resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate offers while ensuring a positive candidate experience in a fast-paced environment. The position starts as a 12-month assignment with potential extension or transition to full-time.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of recruiting, staffing, or HR support experience.
• Familiarity with ATS, sourcing tools, and Microsoft Office/Google Suite.
• Basic understanding of employment law and recruiting compliance.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bilingual language skills preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally for recruitment events.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR and Talent Acquisition teams to define role requirements, hiring needs, and candidate profiles.
• Build and maintain pipelines of qualified candidates across functions and geographies.
• Source candidates via job boards, social media, referrals, career fairs, and networks.
• Draft, post, and manage job advertisements in line with internal processes and compliance.
• Screen resumes, conduct phone interviews, and support scheduling and logistics across teams.
• Assist in offer processes, including background checks and documentation with HR.
• Deliver an excellent candidate experience from application through onboarding.
• Maintain accurate ATS data and ensure documentation meets compliance standards.
• Adhere to state and federal hiring laws and internal recruitment policies.
• Support enterprise recruiting tools, processes, and employer branding rolled out by TA CoE.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ATS

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

The Recruiter I plays a key role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent across assigned business units. This position supports full-cycle recruitment activities while ensuring a positive candidate experience, adherence to compliance standards, and alignment with company-wide recruiting strategies. Operating within a decentralized HR structure, the Recruiter partners closely with local HR teams, hiring managers, and the enterprise Talent Acquisition team to ensure effective, efficient, and consistent recruitment practices that support business growth and workforce planning. The Recruiter I position will begin as a 12 month assignment, at which time possible extension or full‑time opportunities will be further discussed.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR and Talent Acquisition teams to define role requirements, hiring needs, and desired candidate profiles.
• Build and maintain proactive pipelines of qualified candidates across multiple functions and geographies
• Source candidates using a variety of channels, including job boards, social media, employee referrals, career fairs, and professional networks
• Draft, post, and manage job advertisements in accordance with internal processes and compliance guidelines.
• Screen resumes, conduct phone interviews, and support interview scheduling and logistics across teams.
• Assist in offer processes, including background checks and documentation, in collaboration with HR
• Deliver an excellent candidate experience from application through onboarding.
• Maintain accurate and timely data in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensure all documentation meets compliance standards.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable state and federal hiring laws and internal recruitment policies and practices.
• Support the implementation of enterprise-wide recruiting tools, processes, and employer branding efforts as rolled out by the TA CoE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a recruiting, staffing, or HR support role; corporate or agency experience a plus.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), sourcing tools, and Microsoft Office/Google Suite.
• Basic understanding of employment law and recruiting compliance.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open roles and priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in candidate and stakeholder interactions.
• Bilingual language skills preferred but not required
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally for recruitment events

Travel Requirements

This position does not require regular travel as part of its primary responsibilities. However, occasional travel may be required, up to 10%, primarily for occasional off-site networking, career fairs, training sessions, or company events. Travel, when necessary, will be communicated in advance and aligned with business needs.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position primarily operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment.
• The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in‑person interactions.
• The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and candidates, both in person and through virtual platforms.
• Employees are expected to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic setting that may involve virtual meetings, deadlines, and independent work.
• While the work environment is typically climate‑controlled, employees must ensure an appropriate and professional office setup.

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here