Recruitment Associate

Vanguard Group Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Group Staffing in White Plains, NY seeks a Recruitment Associate for a temporary, on-site role with potential to become Direct Hire. You will source, screen, interview, and onboard candidates for entry-level roles across multiple departments, using diverse channels and partnerships with community resources.

You’ll support onboarding and collaborate with leaders to shape job postings and recruitment strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, Communications or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting or HR.
• Proficiency with ATS, Google Apps, MS Suite, and HRIS (ADP Workforce Now preferred).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, interview, and onboard candidates for entry-level roles across departments.
• Use diverse recruitment strategies including job boards, social media, events, and community partnerships.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of candidates for current and future needs.
• Coordinate job fairs, events, and other talent acquisition initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Customer service

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ATS

Google Apps

MS Office

HRIS (ADP Workforce Now)

Job description

Job Description

Recruitment Associate Opportunity available working in White Plains, NY - Must be able to commute to the job site, 5 days a week. Monday through Friday.

This is a temporary positionwith the potential to become a Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

• Source, screen, interview, and support the onboarding of qualified candidates for entry-level roles across multiple departments.
• Utilize diverse recruitment strategies, including job boards, social media, networking, hiring events, and partnerships with community resources such as Workforce1.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates to support current and future hiring needs.
• Coordinate and participate in job fairs, career events, and other talent acquisition initiatives to promote organizational visibility and attract top talent.
• Deliver a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment and onboarding process, from initial outreach through orientation.
• Facilitate onboarding activities for new hires, transfers, and temporary staff to ensure a smooth and successful transition into the organization.
• Collaborate with program leaders and hiring managers to develop job descriptions, job postings, and recruitment strategies aligned with organizational needs.
• Manage recruitment processes, including vacancy postings, interview coordination, reference checks, candidate communication, and hiring status updates.
• Review employee documentation and ensure all required clearances and compliance requirements are completed in accordance with agency and funder standards.
• Support employee background check processes and coordinate New Hire Orientation and training programs in partnership with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Human Resources, Business, Communications or related field. bachelor's degree in human resources management, communication, or a similar field preferred.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting or Human Resources.
• Proficiency in using business software applications including recruitments systems (ATS), Google Apps, MS Suite, and HRIS (ADP Workforce Now is a plus) and/or ability to learn.
• Knowledge of operative regulatory compliance and best practice recommendations.
• Skills in problem solving to provide issue resolution and troubleshoot where needed.
• Ability to maintain focus and produce project deliverables according to established deadlines.
• Exemplary time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy and must be able to multitask effectively.
• Strong discretion in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to adapt and adjust to change, quick learner with technology aptitude, and excellent customer service attitude.