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Employment Specialist / Recruiter (Staffing & Business Development)
Location: Union County, NJ
Schedule: Full-time, on-site
Compensation: Competitive base + commission/bonuses (DOE)
About the Role
Express Employment Professionals of Union County is hiring an Employment Specialist to help grow our office by recruiting top talent and building strong relationships with local businesses. This is a high-impact, fast-paced role for someone who enjoys connecting with people, matching candidates to opportunities, and building their own book of business.
What You’ll Do
Recruit, source, and screen candidates for office, industrial, and skilled positions
Conduct phone and in-person interviews to assess skills, experience, and fit
Match candidates with open client roles and manage the placement process
Schedule meetings and support business development efforts for the sales team
Proactively source candidates using job boards, referrals, and community outreach
Build and manage your own client relationships and book of business
Maintain accurate records in the CRM and manage candidate pipelines
Provide a high-touch experience for both candidates and clients
Support onboarding, follow-ups, and ongoing client/candidate relationships
What We’re Looking For
Prior recruiting, staffing, sales, customer service, or HR experience preferred
Comfortable recruiting for both office and industrial/warehouse roles
Strong communication skills (phone, email, in-person)
Self-starter mindset with the ability to build and manage a book of business
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities
Tech-savvy with ATS/CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and online sourcing tools
Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus, not required
Why Join Express
Growth opportunity with a well-established staffing brand
Base salary plus commission and performance incentives
Hands-on training and support
Opportunity to build a long-term career in recruiting and staffing
Collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment
