Recruiter

Gill Staffing, a locally owned market leader in employment services in Michigan, has been connecting talented employees with exceptional clients for over 30 years. We are passionate about making good things happen for other people.

We are seeking a Staffing Specialist with an engaging personality, strong customer service background, and an unwavering drive for success to join our team in our Grand Rapids, Michigan office as a full-cycle recruiter. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. We offer a competitive base salary commission, benefits, and a supportive, engaging culture.

About the Role:

In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and recruiting contract workers & direct hire placements and client account management. Success in this role requires creative problem solving, the ability to think and move quickly, self-motivation and a drive to win!

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, interview, and present candidates to clients.
• Generate a robust pipeline of quality candidates for light industrial, skilled trades, and administrative opportunities.
• Partner with clients to offer strategic staffing solutions in a timely fashion.
• Develop industry expertise and stay informed of trends within the industries we serve.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, applicants, and team members.
• Ensure all data is accurately collected, updated, and reported.
• Create a positive experience for applicants, employees, and clients.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven success working in a fast-paced, highly competitive, deadline-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn and follow, EEO Guidelines.
• Previous account management experience.
• Exceptional negotiation and influencing skills to guide decision-makers.

Qualities of an Ideal Candidate:

• Results-Oriented: You excel in competitive environments, consistently exceeding goals with determination and focus.
• Effective Communicator: Your adaptable communication style suits various audiences, and you excel in both written and verbal communication.
• Trusted Advisor: Cultivate and expand client relationships, building lasting partnerships grounded in trust and reliability.
• Organized and Detail-Oriented: You prioritize tasks effectively, maintaining precision and efficiency to ensure smooth, accurate outcomes.
• Attentive and Reliable: You actively listen, comprehend, and execute instructions with precision and consistency.
• Strategic Problem-Solver: You approach challenges with creativity and foresight, proactively resolving issues before they escalate.
• Collaborative Team Player: Your positivity and encouragement inspire those around you. You're driven by collective success and celebrate the achievements of others.
• Influential Connector: You build rapport effortlessly, establishing trust at all levels and fostering lasting relationships.
• Decisive and Entrepreneurial: You possess a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, confidently making decisions and taking calculated risks to drive innovation and achieve goals.
• Discreet and Trustworthy: You handle sensitive information with professionalism and integrity, understanding the importance of confidentiality.
• Technologically Proficient: You leverage technology to enhance productivity, particularly with Microsoft Office and spreadsheet management, always seeking new ways to optimize workflows.

If you’re the ideal candidate for this exciting opportunity, we want to talk! Please submit your resume and cover letter to jhowe@gillstaffing.com.