Recruiter, Recruiter ​/ Talent Acquisition

Job Details

Job Location:

Middletown 158 - Middletown, CT 06457

Salary Range: $23.00 - $23.00 Hourly Position Purpose

Futures is seeking a Recruiter who enjoys building relationships and connecting people with meaningful employment opportunities. This position supports hiring efforts across the organization by identifying, screening, and engaging qualified candidates who are committed to Futures' mission of empowering individuals with disabilities to live meaningful, productive, and independent lives.

Working closely with hiring managers and the People & Culture team, the Recruiter helps create a positive candidate experience while supporting recruitment efforts across a variety of programs and departments.

• Status:
  Part-Time, Non-Exempt
• Schedule:
  
  Approximately 10 hours per week onsite
• Compensation: $20.00–$23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Every employee hired at Futures has the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals we support. The Recruiter plays an important role in identifying and engaging talented people who share our commitment to inclusion, independence, and community participation.

Through thoughtful recruitment, relationship building, and candidate engagement, this position helps strengthen our programs, support our teams, and create opportunities for both our employees and the individuals we serve.

• Source qualified candidates through online job boards, employee referrals, community partnerships, networking opportunities, social media and other recruitment resources.
• Review employment applications and identify qualified candidates for open positions.
• Conduct initial phone screenings to evaluate qualifications, availability, and overall fit.
• Build positive relationships with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain active candidate pipelines for recurring and hard-to-fill positions.
• Represent Futures professionally and positively in every candidate interaction.

• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and department leaders.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and hiring activity within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Track candidate progress throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• Provide timely communication and follow-up with candidates.
• Assist with employment offers and pre-employment hiring requirements.
• Support onboarding communication and orientation scheduling for new hires.

• Participate in recruitment events, job fairs, and community outreach activities.
• Assist with ongoing recruitment initiatives and hiring projects.
• Maintain recruitment reports, hiring documentation, and applicant records.
• Partner with hiring managers to support staffing needs across multiple departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of candidate and employee information at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

We're looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people and helping others find meaningful employment opportunities. The ideal candidate is organized, professional, curious, and enjoys building relationships while supporting a positive hiring experience.

Success in this role includes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build relationships with candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• Professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to confidentiality.
• Comfort learning and using technology and recruiting systems.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with hiring managers and team members.
• A positive attitude and a…