Seasonal Recruiter

As a Seasonal Recruiter at Vacasa, you'll manage the full recruitment cycle for various hospitality positions, including conducting interviews and supporting the hiring process. You'll build partnerships with hiring managers and provide valuable advice throughout the recruitment process. Your role will involve maintaining accurate records in our Applicant Tracking System, Greenhouse, and collaborating with our broader recruiting team to meet recruitment needs.

To be considered for the Seasonal Recruiter role at Vacasa, candidates should ideally have 1-2 years of full-cycle recruiting experience. Those with strong customer service backgrounds or experience in human resources may also qualify. A preferred background in the hotel, hospitality, or vacation industry is a plus. Additionally, a passion for creating positive candidate experiences and strong time management skills are essential.

Yes, the Seasonal Recruiter position at Vacasa is 100% remote. This flexibility allows you to work from the comfort of your home as long as you're located in one of the specified states, including South Carolina. It's a great opportunity to balance work and personal life during the busy summer recruitment season.

The pay for the Seasonal Recruiter position at Vacasa ranges from $21 to $25 per hour. Actual compensation will depend on your skills, experience, education, and geographic location. We aim to provide competitive pay to attract top talent to support our summer hiring needs.

At Vacasa, we offer an array of benefits for our Seasonal Recruiters, including flexible vacation time, paid sick days, an Employee Assistance Program, career advancement opportunities, and employee discounts. Additionally, you will receive all necessary equipment to ensure you can perform your role effectively and enjoy our vibrant company culture.

When answering this question, highlight specific experiences where you sourced, screened, and interviewed candidates. Provide examples of your recruiting strategies and how you maintained communication with hiring managers throughout the process, showcasing your organizational skills and attention to detail.

Discuss your approach to assessing candidate fit, such as behavioral interviewing techniques or situational questions tailored to hospitality scenarios. Mention the importance of assessing not only skills but also personality traits that align with the company culture.

Share your methods for prioritization and time management, emphasizing your ability to handle multiple tasks effectively. Explain how you assess priorities based on urgency and impact, and provide an example of a time you successfully juggled competing demands.

Discuss the importance of regular communication and understanding their needs. Share specific strategies you’ve implemented, such as setting regular check-ins, asking for feedback on candidate quality, and being proactive in offering assistance during the hiring process.

Provide a specific example where you went above and beyond to ensure a candidate felt valued throughout the recruitment process. This could involve timely communication, onboarding resources, or following up with candidates after their interviews to keep them informed.

Discuss your experience with various ATS platforms and focus on how you’ve used them to maintain organized records, track candidates, and streamline the recruitment process. If you've used Greenhouse, provide specific examples of how it enhanced your efficiency.

Share your methods for staying current, such as attending industry conferences, participating in webinars, following relevant blogs, or networking with other recruiters. Explain the importance of adapting to trends to remain competitive in attracting top talent.

Emphasize your commitment to treating candidates with respect and professionalism. Talk about how you provide constructive feedback when necessary and maintain a positive tone to leave the door open for future opportunities.

Discuss key metrics such as time-to-fill, quality of hire, and candidate satisfaction. Explain how analyzing these metrics can help identify areas for improvement in your recruitment process and contribute to overall company goals.

Share a brief story that highlights your flexibility and ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Explain how you navigated the situation, adjusted your strategies, and ensured the recruitment process remained effective despite the changes.