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Associate Recruiter (US IT Staffing)

📍 Location: Park Ridge, IL (Hybrid – 4 Days/Week in Office)

💼 Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (3 months)

💲 Compensation: $20/hour during probation → $40,000 annual salary upon successful conversion + Benefits + Uncapped Commissions

Launch Your Career in Tech Recruiting

• Looking to start a rewarding career in recruiting? Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is looking for ambitious, driven, and people-oriented individuals who are eager to learn the business of IT recruiting.
• No prior recruiting experience? No problem. If you're motivated, coachable, and enjoy connecting with people, we'll provide the training, mentorship, and support you need to build a successful career in US IT Staffing.
• This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to join a company that has been helping organizations build world-class technology teams for over 28 years.

What You'll Do

• Learn the fundamentals of US IT Recruiting from experienced industry professionals.
• Source and identify top technical talent using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and other recruiting tools.
• Screen candidates to evaluate technical skills, communication, and overall fit.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Maintain accurate candidate information within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Partner with senior recruiters and account managers to support client hiring needs.
• Develop a strong understanding of the US technology job market and recruiting best practices.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree preferred (or equivalent work experience).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Previous experience in customer service, sales, hospitality, call center, or recruiting is a plus—but not required.

What We Offer

• $20/hour during the Contract-to-Hire period.
• $40,000 annual base salary plus benefits upon successful conversion.
• Uncapped Commission Plan with excellent earning potential.
• Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
• Structured onboarding and hands-on training.
• Career progression into Recruiter, Senior Recruiter, Lead Recruiter, and Recruiting Leadership roles.
• Opportunity to work with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge technologies.

Why Peterson Technology Partners?

At PTP, we don't just fill jobs—we build careers. Our recruiters are equipped with the latest recruiting technology, AI-powered sourcing tools, and experienced mentors who are invested in your long-term success.

If you're looking for a company where you can learn, grow, earn, and build a meaningful career in recruiting, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Company

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has been a trusted partner in IT Staffing, IT Consulting, AI Solutions, Digital Transformation, and Technology Services. Headquartered in Park Ridge, Illinois, with a team of more than 500 employees and consultants, we help organizations build exceptional technology teams while connecting talented professionals with rewarding career opportunities.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca)

As an AI-First organization, PTP utilizes AI-assisted tools through our proprietary Pete & Gabi platform, including AI recruiter Rebecca, to support portions of the hiring process.

These tools may assist with:

• Conducting recorded video interviews
• Interview transcription
• Summarizing candidate responses
• Generating job-related insights
• Communication and scheduling support

Please note:

• AI tools do not make hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by PTP recruiters, hiring managers, and client partners.
• AI tools do not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical characteristics.
• Candidates may request an alternative non-AI interview process at any time.

Technical Assessments

Depending on the role, candidates may participate in a technical interview, coding assessment, case study, or client-specific evaluation. Expectations will always be communicated in advance.

Human Review & Candidate Rights

Every candidate's profile, interviews, and assessments are reviewed by experienced recruiting and hiring professionals. AI supports efficiency and organization, but all hiring decisions remain human-driven.

Candidates have the right to:

• Request a non-AI interview process
• Ask how their information is being used
• Request access to interview transcripts or recordings
• Request deletion of AI-recorded interview content
• Receive clear and timely communication throughout the hiring process.

Our Commitment

For more than 28 years, PTP has remained committed to putting people first—our candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We strive to deliver a hiring experience that is transparent, compliant, equitable, and enhanced by technology while preserving human judgment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable law.