Recruiting Specialist

DH Pace; Olathe (KS); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

401(k) with match

HSA/FSA options

Voluntary benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

DH Pace Company, Inc. in Olathe, KS is seeking an entry-level Recruiting Specialist to join our corporate team. This role offers a hybrid work schedule after an introductory period and a path into recruiting or human resources.

The position supports recruiters with scheduling, candidate communications, onboarding, background checks, I-9 documentation, and travel to career fairs. A bachelor's degree and an interest in HR are preferred as you grow with us.

Qualifications

• Support recruiters with scheduling, candidate communications, and workflow coordination.
• Initiate background checks, drug screens, and DOTs; monitor results and escalate candidates as appropriate.
• Initiate onboarding and complete Employee Action Forms for new hires.
• Collect and verify I-9 documentation per federal requirements.
• Create and manage ID Badge access.
• Serve as a primary contact for candidates and hiring managers when the assigned Recruiter is unavailable.
• Manage the recruiting hotline and respond to inquiries professionally.
• Attend career fairs and recruiting events; travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Schedule interviews and coordinate candidate communications.
• Coordinate background checks, screenings, and onboarding steps.
• Collect and verify I-9 documentation and related forms.
• Maintain ID badge access and candidate records.
• Support recruiters with event staffing and travel logistics.
• Provide backup coverage for recruiters as needed.
• Contribute to a smooth, compliant recruiting workflow.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Candidate communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

HR/Recruiting education

Job description

Why DH Pace?

The DH Pace Company is a family-owned and privately held business with annual sales over $1 billion through 60+ offices located across the continental United States. The Company is an industry leader in the distribution, installation, maintenance, and repair of a complete range of commercial, industrial, and residential door, docking and security products. In 2026, DH Pace is celebrating its 100th anniversary in business.

Recruiting Specialist - DH Pace Company, Inc.

Hybrid Work Eligibility | 100 Years in Business | Grow with us

DH Pace Company, Inc. is hiring an entry-level Recruiting Specialist to join our team at our corporate headquarters in Olathe, KS. This role is eligible for a hybrid work schedule following an introductory period. You will work alongside the Sr. Recruiting Specialist to support Recruiters with day-to-day recruiting operations. This is a highly administrative role and a great entry-point to a career in Recruiting or Human Resources.

What You'll Do

• Support Recruiters with day-to-day recruiting operations, including interview scheduling, candidate communications, and workflow coordination.
• Initiate pre-employment background checks, drug screens, and DOT physicals; monitor results and escally or advance candidates as appropriate.
• Initiate the onboarding process and complete Employee Action Forms (as necessary) for new hires.
• Collect and verify I-9 documentation from new hires in accordance with federal requirements.
• Create and manage ID Badge access.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates and hiring managers when the assigned Recruiter is unavailable or out of office, ensuring continuity of communication and process.
• Manage the recruiting hotline; respond to candidate inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Register for, track, and attend career fairs and recruiting events; travel as needed.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree and some previous experience or education in HR / Recruiting is preferred.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Desire to learn a grow a long-term career in Human Resources.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage — available your first full month
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Voluntary benefits including supplemental life and critical illness coverage
• Employee discounts for you and your immediate family
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

Successful completion of employment verifications, background check, drug screen, and driving record (if applicable) required in advance of hire.

DH Pace Company, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of DH Pace Company, Inc. without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of DH Pace Company, Inc. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

DH Pace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, sate, or local law.