Talent Recruiter

About Us

Idea Tek is a cutting-edge telecommunications company dedicated to bringing fast, reliable internet to underserved communities. We're a passionate team of innovators and problem-solvers committed to making a difference in the lives of our customers. At Idea Tek, we value our employees and foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and community involvement.

Are you an ambitious recruiter looking to grow your career and talent acquisition skills? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy the challenge of building high-performing teams? If so, we want to talk to you!

This role will be a hybrid opportunity - working in Buhler, KS, Wichita, KS, and remotely, with travel to other work locations as needed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment across a variety of company functions (such as Operations, Sales, Field Operations, and Corporate), tailoring your approach to the unique technical and skill requirements of each department.
• Develop proactive sourcing strategies using Linked In Recruiter, Indeed, niche telecom networks, and employee referrals to engage both active and passive candidate pipelines for immediate and future growth needs.
• Lead offer extensions, compensation discussions, and negotiations to secure top-tier talent seamlessly.

• Partner directly with department heads and hiring managers on forecasted headcount needs, craft targeted job descriptions, establish clear evaluation rubrics, and deliver local talent market insights.
• Deliver an exceptional, high-touch candidate experience through prompt communication, transparent feedback, and structured interviewing processes.
• Track recruitment metrics to continuously improve cycle times, maintain ATS compliance (Paylocity), and strengthen our reputation as a Best Place to Work.

• Support in planning, logistics, and execution for Idea Tek’s presence at college career fairs, technical school showcases, diversity hiring expos, and regional telecom conferences across Kansas and Arizona.
• Participate in local community events, career workshops, and internal open houses to build strong local talent pipelines and champion Idea Tek as a top employer in the region.
• Measure event ROI by tracking lead conversion rates, candidate engagement metrics, and event-driven hires to continuously optimize our outreach strategy.

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong ability to build rapport and trust with candidates and hiring managers.
• Highly organized with excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

• 3+ years of experience as a Recruiter, ideally within a high-growth environment.
• Proven track record of successfully hiring top-performing professionals.
• Expertise in utilizing Linked In Recruiter and other advanced sourcing tools.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) – experience with Paylocity is a plus.
• Willingness to travel periodically to event sites, regional offices, and expansion locations including Tucson, AZ.

• Prior recruiting experience within telecommunications, technology, or high-growth entrepreneurial environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field.

• Prior recruiting experience within telecommunications, technology, or high-growth entrepreneurial environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field.

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and 401(k) with match
• Free coaching/counseling for employees & families
• Free…