Entry-Level Technical Recruiter

Position Summary The Associate Technical Recruiter is responsible for supporting the recruitment and delivery of technical talent across Information Technology, Engineering, Life Sciences, Data Center, and other STEM-focused disciplines. This role serves as an entry point into technical recruiting, focusing on candidate sourcing, screening, relationship building, and recruitment coordination while developing expertise in talent acquisition best practices. The ideal candidate is driven, organized, relationship-oriented, and eager to learn. They thrive in a fast-paced environment and are motivated by connecting talented professionals with career opportunities while supporting business growth. Key Responsibilities Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development Source active and passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, networking, and other sourcing tools. Build and maintain talent pipelines across technical and professional skill sets. Learn and execute Boolean search strategies and candidate outreach campaigns. Develop market knowledge within technology, engineering, life sciences, and related industries. Maintain accurate candidate records and recruiting activity within the ATS and CRM. Candidate Engagement & Recruitment Support Conduct initial candidate screenings to evaluate qualifications, experience, and career objectives. Present opportunities to prospective candidates and manage ongoing communication throughout the hiring process. Coordinate interviews and collect feedback from hiring teams and stakeholders. Deliver a high-quality candidate experience from initial outreach through offer stage. Support offer, onboarding, and background check processes as needed. Partnership & Collaboration Partner with recruiters, sales teams, account managers, and hiring leaders to understand hiring priorities. Participate in recruiting strategy discussions and intake meetings. Collaborate with team members to develop creative sourcing solutions for difficult-to-fill positions. Support workforce planning initiatives and talent mapping activities. Recruiting Operations Maintain ATS data integrity and compliance with company hiring processes. Track recruiting metrics and activity levels. Assist with reporting and talent acquisition projects. Follow established recruitment standards, compliance requirements, and best practices. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving and relationship-building abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business applications. Preferred Previous experience in recruiting, staffing, customer service, retail leadership, sales, hospitality, or a high-volume people-focused environment. Experience utilizing LinkedIn, CRM systems, or applicant tracking systems. Interest in technology, engineering, healthcare, life sciences, or STEM industries. What Success Looks Like Builds strong candidate pipelines across assigned skill sets. Consistently delivers a positive candidate experience. Demonstrates strong sourcing activity and outreach effectiveness. Learns technical markets and recruiting best practices quickly. Develops trusted relationships with candidates, recruiters, and business stakeholders. Contributes to team hiring goals through quality candidate generation and process excellence. Career Progression Associate Technical Recruiter → Technical Recruiter → Senior Recruiter → Recruiting Lead / Recruiting Manager