Contract recruiter, HR​/Recruitment

Are you an experienced recruiter who loves connecting great people with great opportunities? Do you enjoy jumping into a project, taking ownership, and making things happen?

We have an exciting short-term opportunity for a talented, resourceful, and relationship-driven Contract Recruiter to support one of our Minneapolis clients.

This is a hands-on recruiting assignment for someone who can hit the ground running, build strong relationships with hiring managers, and keep the hiring process moving.

If you're an experienced recruiter who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and knows how to find great talent, we'd love to connect!

You'll take an active role in managing the recruiting process, from understanding hiring needs to identifying and presenting qualified candidates.

• Own the recruiting process. Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, refine job descriptions, and develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Find great talent. Source candidates through Linked In, job boards, professional networks, referrals, and creative recruiting channels.
• Connect with candidates. Review applications, conduct initial screenings, and identify individuals who align with the position and organization.
• Keep things moving. Coordinate interviews, gather feedback, and keep candidates and hiring managers informed.
• Be a trusted recruiting partner. Provide regular updates, share market insights, and recommend adjustments when needed.
• Create a great candidate experience. Represent the organization professionally and ensure candidates feel informed and respected throughout the process.

We're looking for someone who can step in, take initiative, and deliver results.

• 3+ years of recruiting, talent acquisition, or staffing experience.
• Proven success managing full-cycle recruiting.
• Strong sourcing skills and experience with Linked In, job boards, and applicant tracking systems.
• Excellent interviewing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple openings, stay organized, and keep priorities moving.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach with the confidence to work independently.
• Working knowledge of fair hiring practices and recruiting compliance.

• Experience recruiting for small to midsize organizations.
• A background in agency recruiting, consulting, or project-based talent acquisition.
• Experience recruiting across a variety of positions, including administrative, professional, management, and operational roles.
• Familiarity with the Minneapolis–St. Paul talent market.

This is a great fit for an experienced recruiter who enjoys project-based work and wants to contribute immediately.

You'll have the opportunity to bring your expertise, build relationships, and help an organization move its hiring priorities forward.

• Location: Minneapolis, MN
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Duration: Approximately 60–90 days
• Position Type: Contract
• Compensation: Negotiated during creation of SOW