Recruiting Assistant - Guilford, CT

American Cruise Lines; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is seeking a Recruiting Assistant to join our in-house Talent Acquisition team in Guilford, CT. You will provide essential administrative and recruiting support, answer phones, respond to candidate inquiries, and help move candidates through the hiring process.

The role emphasizes organization, professionalism, and a positive candidate experience. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while supporting

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional, friendly, and comfortable answering phones.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems or HR systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be able to work onsite in Guilford, CT.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and respond to general candidate inquiries.
• Provide professional and friendly customer service to candidates and internal team members.
• Support TA Managers with day-to-day administrative and recruiting tasks.
• Schedule interviews, meetings, and candidate appointments.
• Maintain accurate candidate information in the applicant tracking system (Paycor preferred).
• Assist with moving candidates through the recruiting and hiring process.
• Communicate with candidates regarding interviews, next steps, and general questions.
• Assist with job postings and maintaining job advertisements.
• Monitor recruiting email inboxes and respond to or route inquiries appropriately.
• Assist with resume reviews, candidate outreach, and other recruiting tasks as needed.
• Complete data entry, spreadsheets, reporting, and other administrative projects.
• Maintain organized and accurate recruiting records and documentation.
• Handle confidential candidate information with professionalism and discretion.
• Provide general administrative and office support to the Talent Acquisition team.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and fast-paced team environment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Paycor

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Position:Recruiting Assistant - Guilford, CT

Location: Guilford, CT

Job Id:8432

# of Openings:500

Recruiting Assistant - Guilford, CT

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, is seeking a motivated and personable Recruiting Assistant to join our in-house Talent Acquisition team in Guilford, CT. As our fleet continues to grow, so does our need for top-tier talent across a range of hospitality and maritime roles. In this role, you’ll provide essential administrative and recruiting support while helping create a positive experience for candidates and internal teams.

You’ll support the Talent Acquisition team with day-to-day responsibilities including answering phones, responding to candidate inquiries, maintaining applicant records, and assisting recruiters throughout the hiring process. The ideal candidate is organized, professional, friendly, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

At American Cruise Lines, we are driven by our values—Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit.These values shape our culture, our service, and our people, guiding us as we work together toShare America’s Story on the Finest American Ships.

Responsibilities:

• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and respond to general candidate inquiries.
• Provide professional and friendly customer service to candidates and internal team members.
• Support TA Managers with day-to-day administrative and recruiting tasks.
• Schedule interviews, meetings, and candidate appointments.
• Maintain accurate candidate information in the applicant tracking system (Paycor preferred).
• Assist with moving candidates through the recruiting and hiring process.
• Communicate with candidates regarding interviews, next steps, and general questions.
• Assist with job postings and maintaining job advertisements.
• Monitor recruiting email inboxes and respond to or route inquiries appropriately.
• Assist with resume reviews, candidate outreach, and other recruiting tasks as needed.
• Complete data entry, spreadsheets, reporting, and other administrative projects.
• Maintain organized and accurate recruiting records and documentation.
• Handle confidential candidate information with professionalism and discretion.
• Provide general administrative and office support to the Talent Acquisition team.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional, friendly, and comfortable answering phones and interacting with candidates.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Previous administrative, recruiting, customer service, or office experience preferred.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems or HR systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Must be able to work onsite in Guilford, CT.

Why Join American Cruise Lines?

At American Cruise Lines, our people are the driving force behind our success. As the nation’s leader in U.S. river cruising, we’re experiencing rapid growth — and we're investing in top talent to grow with us. When you join our team, you’ll find a dynamic work environment that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, with real opportunities to build your career and make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer
American Cruise Lines is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. American Cruise Lines bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to protected characteristics, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin and citizenship, age (40 and over), disability (including perceived disability), generic information, military service, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment and employment decisions, including, but not limited to, hiring, selection, job assignment, training, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits.

*This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.