Security Recruiting Assistant

Colonial Security Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Security Services is seeking a motivated Recruiting Assistant to support our recruiting department in hiring qualified security professionals. If you're organized, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a fast-paced office environment, we’d love to hear from you!

This role is an excellent entry point to a career in Human Resources or Recruiting within the contract security industry. Based in Hillsborough, NJ, the position offers full-time hours and room for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience in recruiting, HR, customer service, or administrative roles is preferred.
• Contract security industry experience is a plus but not required.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities are essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ATS is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruiters throughout the hiring process for security officer roles.
• Review applications and screen candidates based on job qualifications.
• Contact applicants by phone, text, and email to schedule interviews.
• Conduct initial pre-screening interviews.
• Process background checks and pre-employment paperwork.
• Maintain accurate applicant records in the ATS.
• Respond to candidate inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Assist with job postings across multiple recruiting platforms.
• Support onboarding by collecting required employment documents.
• Perform general administrative duties to support the recruiting department.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

Recruiting Assistant

Location: Hillsborough, NJ

Salary: $23 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time

Join Our Growing Team!

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Recruiting Assistant to support our recruiting department in hiring qualified security professionals. If you're organized, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a fast-paced office environment, we'd love to hear from you!

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in Human Resources or Recruiting within the contract security industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruiters throughout the hiring process for security officer positions.
• Review applications and screen candidates based on job qualifications.
• Contact applicants by phone, text, and email to schedule interviews.
• Conduct initial pre-screening interviews.
• Process background checks, employment verifications, and pre-employment paperwork.
• Maintain accurate applicant records in the applicant tracking system.
• Respond to candidate inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Assist with job postings across multiple recruiting platforms.
• Support onboarding by collecting required employment documents.
• Perform general administrative duties to support the recruiting department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Previous recruiting, human resources, customer service, or administrative experience preferred.
• Experience in the contract security industry is a plus, but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with applicant tracking systems is a plus.
• Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented.