Remote Embedded Recruiting Specialist (6-Month Contract)

Zohorecruit; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

BizFirst is seeking an Embedded Recruiting Specialist to review inbound applications and conduct initial screens for a confidential tech client. This fully remote, 1099-based contract assignment emphasizes consistent screening, accurate ATS documentation, and high-volume handling.

The role requires strong English communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced remote environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience reviewing large volumes of applications and conducting structured phone screens.
• Ability to manage 10 or more candidate screens per day while also completing substantial application review and ATS documentation.
• Strong spoken and written English communication skills.
• Careful attention to detail when reviewing applications, recording screening notes, and updating candidate dispositions.
• Ability to apply established screening criteria consistently rather than relying only on résumé keywords.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-moving, fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Review a high volume of inbound applications for fully remote, fixed-term positions.
• Evaluate resumes against the client’s established qualifications and technical assessment criteria.
• Conduct initial candidate phone screens in English, typically six or more each day.
• Assess candidates’ relevant experience, communication skills, availability, interest, and general fit for the opportunity.
• Explain the position, work arrangement, hiring process, and next steps clearly and professionally.
• Record complete and accurate screening notes in the client’s applicant tracking system.
• Assign the correct candidate status and disposition after each application review and phone screen.
• Maintain a clean, current, and consistently updated candidate pipeline.
• Escalate qualified candidates and any screening concerns to the appropriate client stakeholders.
• Work closely with BizFirst and the client to maintain consistent screening standards throughout the hiring initiative.
• Help provide candidates with a professional and respectful experience, including those who aren’t selected to move forward.

Skills

High-volume screening

English communication

Independent contractor mindset

ATS experience

Tools

Greenhouse

Job description

BizFirst is seeking an Embedded Recruiting Specialist to review inbound applications and conduct initial screens for a confidential tech client. This fully remote, 1099-based contract assignment emphasizes consistent screening, accurate ATS documentation, and high-volume handling.

The role requires strong English communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced remote environment.