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Contract Recruiter

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    People, HR & Administration
  • Long Beach

AI generated summary

  • You must be self-motivated, curious, and have 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, focusing on diversity, global markets, and closing hard-to-find candidates.
  • You will manage the candidate experience, conduct intake meetings, source passive candidates, assess suitability, and collaborate with hiring managers while ensuring data integrity and promoting DEI initiatives.

Requirements

  • Self-motivated and driven: you look for solutions and impact without being asked twice
  • You are curious. You look to dig deeper beyond the surface level of a job profile; researching market trends and domain technology and seeking out information to have a solid understanding of the business. You ask for feedback, and want to grow and develop in your career.
  • 5+ years of recruiting experience and value how recruiting can influence the inclusion and diversity landscape of a company
  • Expertise in full-cycle recruiting
  • Proficiency with handling hard to close candidates in a competitive market
  • Experience or exposure to recruiting in global markets

Responsibilities

  • Own the entire candidate experience to provide an outstanding experience to our candidates from initial contact to closing an offer
  • Conduct intake meetings with hiring managers to understand needs, ensuring alignment between job descriptions, and target candidate profiles
  • Persistent pursuit of passive candidates via personalized reach-outs
  • Be an advocate for DEI both internally and externally
  • Conduct initial phone screens with candidates to assess suitability for positions
  • Source high caliber active and passive candidates through various methods and tools, including networking, search tools, job boards, referrals, events, etc. Use your creativity!
  • Partner with hiring managers to make offers and effectively hire highly sought after technical talent in a competitive market
  • Regularly manage pipeline activity and maintain data integrity, and proactively share data-centric updates with internal stakeholders
  • Establish and maintain meaningful relationships with management and key cross-functional stakeholders internally (e.g. Recruiting, HR, Compensation, and Diversity teams)
  • Join projects related to employer branding presence and strategy

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Contract Recruiter at Ford Motor Company?

The primary role of the Contract Recruiter is to own the entire candidate experience, from initial contact to closing an offer, while ensuring alignment between job descriptions and target candidate profiles, sourcing high-caliber candidates, and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

How many years of recruiting experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 5 years of recruiting experience is required for this position.

Is the role focused on recruiting for specific technologies or positions?

Yes, the role primarily focuses on recruiting for software, engineering, design, and UX talent to support the Ford Model E team in developing electric vehicles and associated technologies.

Are there opportunities for professional and personal growth in this position?

Yes, Ford Motor Company offers exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition as part of the Ford family.

Is there support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in this role?

Yes, the Contract Recruiter will be an advocate for DEI both internally and externally, ensuring a diverse and inclusive candidate sourcing strategy.

What recruitment methods are expected to be used in this role?

The Contract Recruiter is expected to use various methods and tools for sourcing candidates, including networking, search tools, job boards, referrals, events, and creative outreach.

What types of candidates will the recruiter primarily focus on?

The recruiter will focus on both active and passive candidates, specifically seeking high-caliber talent in a competitive market.

Will there be a need to conduct intake meetings with hiring managers?

Yes, the Contract Recruiter will conduct intake meetings with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and ensure alignment with job descriptions.

Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

Yes, visa sponsorship is available for this position.

What benefits are offered to employees in this role?

Employees in this role can expect a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement and savings plans, stock investment plans, incentive compensation, and more.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1903
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We don't just make history -- we make the future. Ford put the world on wheels over a century ago, and our teams are re-inventing icons and creating groundbreaking connected and electric vehicles for the next century. We believe in serving our customers, our communities, and the world. If you do, too, come move the world and make the future with us. Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.