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About WestEd

As a community of over 1,400 researchers, practitioners, consultants, and administrative professionals from all backgrounds and life experiences, we are committed to making a qualitative difference in the lives of youth, children, and adults. We conduct and apply research, develop evidence-based solutions, and provide consulting services across the country in both rural and urban communities to improve equitable outcomes for individuals from infancy through adulthood. Serving as trusted partners in the areas of education, health, and justice, our teams enhance capacity within communities and school districts to prioritize impact — asking the right questions, customizing methodologies, developing relevant tools, and implementing best practices specific to a diverse range of stakeholder needs.

WestEd supports individual initiative, excellence, and hard work of all individuals in our hiring and work practices. WestEd complies with all applicable federal and state anti-discrimination laws, as well as OFCCP requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or status as a protected veteran.

SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING THE WORK LOCATION OF THIS POSITION—Although WestEd provides the option of working at one of its facilities for employees, many roles allow employees to choose to work remotely for their own convenience. The decision to allow remote work at the employee's convenience is based on the requirements of the position or project in question.

Brief Description: 

WestEd is looking for a full service contract recruiter for 4-6 months. After a period of reduced opportunities, we are starting to see significant increases in our positions to be filled.  This position will report to the Talent Acquisition Manager within the Human Resources team.

Position Overview:

As a contract recruiter, you will:

• Meet with hiring managers to assess hiring needs.
• Post job openings in the applicant tracking system  and Screens resume and conduct telephone interviews to pre-screen potential fit.
• Post positions to other appropriate internet job boards –Indeed, LinkedIn, professional organizations, and industry specialty job sites that can reach unique candidates.
• Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting.
• Schedule interviews for hiring managers.

The recruiter will have some assistance from internal staff to manage scheduling, but it will be important for them to manage the scheduling effort to make sure candidates are reviewed timely.  The recruiter will be a “hiring coach” for the managers.  The recruiter will work with the Talent Acquisition Manager on offers and any offer negotiations.  

This position is remote and we are anticipating an average of at least 40 hours per week. Minimum availability should be core business hours (Pacific) of 10 am - 3 pm with flexibility on either side for a full 40-hour workweek.   

The ideal candidate will bring:

• 5+ years’ of hands-on recruitment experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience recruiting positions in a wide range of subject matter areas but experience in the education, federal, or state disciplines or related field is required.
• 5+ years’ experience with applicant tracking systems i.e., UltiPro/ UKG or comparable
• Strong written and verbal communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office /Outlook applications.
• Bachelor's Degree or comparable experience in a related field preferred.

*Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

WestEd conducts a criminal background check and education verification for all new hires. Any offers of employment will be contingent on receiving a clear background check in accordance with applicable law.

SALARY:

The anticipated hourly pay for this role is between $60-$70 hourly. The actual offer considers multiple factors, including but not limited to education, experience, internal equity, and other organizational needs. 

WestEd is a Drug Free Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)