Staffing Specialist

Openwork; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commissions bonus

PTO & holidays

Dog-friendly office

People-first culture

Job summary

Openwork is a high-growth staffing company focused on people-first hiring. As a Staffing Specialist, you will connect top talent with meaningful opportunities, while supporting clients in growing their workforce.

This role blends recruiting, talent coaching, and account management in a fast-paced office environment. You’ll collaborate across teams to ensure smooth onboarding, advise talent through assignments, and uphold payroll, timekeeping, and compliance tasks.

Qualifications

• People-oriented mindset is essential.
• Strong organizational skills are required.
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments is expected.
• Empathy guides interactions with talent and clients.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and place top talent through job boards, social media, referrals, and community outreach. Manage the full hiring process from sourcing to onboarding.
• Support and coach your talent throughout their assignments — checking in regularly, offering feedback, and helping them grow.
• Build strong client relationships by understanding their workforce needs, conducting regular check-ins, and delivering thoughtful hiring solutions.
• Drive growth by skill-marketing standout candidates, collaborating with sales, and identifying new opportunities to serve clients.
• Keep operations running smoothly by supporting tasks like payroll, timekeeping, and compliance.

Skills

People orientation

Highly organized

Adaptable

Empathy

Job description

Openwork is a high-growth, people-first staffing company reimagining what modern hiring can be. Privately owned and proudly independent, we move fast, think big, and give every team member a real seat at the table. With over 50 years of experience, we’re combining industry expertise with a fresh, innovative approach — bringing ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to every step of the hiring journey.

We’ve been recognized as one of SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Companies and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner. As we continue to grow, every new hire plays a critical role in shaping our company and our future.

Why Join Us

Every internal role at Openwork is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to help build a progressive, modern staffing company from the inside out. We keep red tape to a minimum and encourage fresh ideas, bold thinking, and collaborative problem-solving. You'll be part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values curiosity, trust, and results.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with monthly commissions or bonus potential
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Dog-friendly offices (yes, really!)
• A people-first culture built on collaboration, accountability, and shared growth

Staffing Specialist

Onsite | Full-Time | Branch Operations

As a Staffing Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in connecting top talent with meaningful job opportunities while helping our clients grow their workforce. This isn’t your typical recruiting role — it’s a mix of relationship-building, account management, and operational know-how.

If you’re resourceful, people-savvy, and passionate about making a difference, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As a Staffing Specialist at Openwork, you’ll wear a few important hats — recruiter, talent coach, and client partner. Here’s how you’ll make an impact:

• Recruit and place top talent through job boards, social media, referrals, and community outreach. Manage the full hiring process from sourcing to onboarding.
• Support and coach your talent throughout their assignments — checking in regularly, offering feedback, and helping them grow.
• Build strong client relationships by understanding their workforce needs, conducting regular check-ins, and delivering thoughtful hiring solutions.
• Drive growth by skill-marketing standout candidates, collaborating with sales, and identifying new opportunities to serve clients.
• Keep operations running smoothly by supporting tasks like payroll, timekeeping, and compliance.

Who Thrives Here

You’re a strong match if you’re:

• Naturally curious and people-oriented
• Highly organized and adaptable, comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Motivated by results, but guided by empathy
• Passionate about connecting people with opportunity

With over 50 years of industry experience, Openwork is reimagining what staffing can be — bringing ease, accessibility, and thoughtfulness to every step. We’re proud to be recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner, one of SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Companies, and a 2025 Best Staffing Firms to Work For.

We’re a people-first company where everyone has a seat at the table. Our culture is inclusive, high-growth, and built on purpose because we believe staffing should feel personal, modern, and meaningful. At Openwork, you’re not just taking a job - you’re helping build careers, companies, and communities, one person at a time.