Recruiter - Overland Park, KS

Watco; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Leadership development

Career growth

Job summary

Watco Transloading in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Recruiter to attract and screen candidates aligned with our culture. The role partners with hiring managers and the recruiting team to source, screen, schedule interviews, and maintain clear candidate communication. You will assist with onboarding in partnership with People Services, maintain accurate candidate data in the ATS, and apply recruiting best practices using Watco's tools to ensure a positive candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or business required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Post job openings on company website and job boards.
• Review applications and resumes for minimum qualifications.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate with candidates and hiring managers.
• Communicate with candidates to ensure a positive experience.
• Maintain candidate information in the ATS.
• Support onboarding activities with People Services.
• Learn and apply recruiting best practices and tools.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Customer service orientation

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Location: Overland Park, KS Office-66210

Office Location: Hybrid

Job Type: Full Time

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco .Here's what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary

The Recruiter plays a key role in supporting the hiring process by helping to attract and select candidates who align with Watco’s culture and business needs. This position works closely with hiring managers and the recruiting team to support through sourcing, screening, scheduling, and candidate communication while ensuring a positive experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Post job openings on company website, job boards, and social media
• Review applications and resumes for minimum qualifications
• Assist with scheduling interviews and coordinating with candidates and hiring managers
• Communicate with candidates throughout the process to ensure a positive experience
• Maintain accurate and organized candidate information in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Support onboarding activities for new hires in partnership with People Services
• Learn and apply recruiting best practices and tools

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar tools
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and customer service skills
• Ability to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business