Volume Hiring Specialist

Volume Hiring Specialist

Location:

Johnston, RI Duration: 3-month contract with possible extension Pay Rate: $29.57/hr W2 Work Arrangement:
Flexible hybrid schedule—up to 4 days per week onsite

We are seeking a highly organized and responsive Volume Hiring Specialist to support the Talent Acquisition team. This position manages high-volume requisitions, evaluates candidates, coordinates assessments, and supports the full candidate application lifecycle. The ideal candidate has experience in recruiting coordination or HR support, can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to providing an excellent candidate and hiring-manager experience.

• Manage a high volume of requisitions across multiple business lines.
• Maintain accurate requisition and candidate documentation within the applicant tracking system, such as Oracle.
• Ensure recruiting activities comply with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

• Review applications and assessment results to determine which candidates should progress to hiring-manager interviews.
• Present qualified candidates within the first 14 days of opening a requisition.
• Monitor candidates throughout the application process, troubleshoot issues, and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Manage the full lifecycle of the candidate application process.
• Extend verbal offers, confirm start dates, and facilitate pre-onboarding activities.
• Disposition candidates promptly and maintain clear, professional communication throughout the process.

• Serve as a key point of contact for hiring managers.
• Train and coach first-time managers on the hiring process.
• Ensure managers provide timely, skills-based interview feedback.
• Partner with market recruiters and Recruiting Coordination Operations (RCO) to achieve the best hiring outcomes.
• Provide regular updates regarding requisition status, candidate pipelines, and hiring progress.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues as they arise.

• Identify promising applicants who may be suitable for recruiter review, even if they are not immediately selected for an interview.
• Tag strong silver-medalist and highly rated candidates within the ATS for future opportunities.

• Leverage recruiting technology and AI tools to improve efficiency and streamline workflows.
• Identify and recommend process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and the candidate experience.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support risk-mitigation efforts through accurate documentation and consistent process execution.

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in recruiting coordination, talent acquisition, HR support, or a related function.
• Experience managing multiple requisitions or supporting high-volume hiring.
• Proficiency with Oracle, applicant tracking systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while remaining accurate and responsive.
• Strong commitment to compliance, confidentiality, process integrity, and candidate experience.