Senior Recruiter (Contract)

As a Senior Recruiter at Citizen, your main responsibilities encompass managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job intake to offer acceptance for both technical and non-technical roles. You will collaborate closely with hiring managers to define hiring plans, source and engage candidates creatively, and ensure all applicants receive a high-quality experience. Moreover, during periods of lower hiring volume, you'll participate in People Operations projects, such as contractor compliance and onboarding workflows. Your role is pivotal in ensuring Citizen continues to attract top talent while promoting a culture of safety and community.

To be considered for the Senior Recruiter position at Citizen, you should have at least 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, particularly with a focus on technical roles like engineering or product management. Strong sourcing skills and the ability to fill roles independently are crucial, along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Familiarity with recruiting tools such as Ashby and LinkedIn Recruiter, as well as the capability to work in a fast-paced environment, are also key qualities that will support your success at Citizen.

At Citizen, we believe diverse teams drive innovation and lead to better outcomes. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our hiring practices for the Senior Recruiter role. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if they may not meet every single requirement outlined in the job description. We value skills, potential, and lived experience just as much as traditional qualifications. This focus on inclusivity ensures that our recruiting efforts support our goal to create safer and more empowered communities.

As a Senior Recruiter at Citizen, you'll be utilizing a variety of recruiting and operations tools to streamline your processes. Key tools include Ashby for managing candidate records and pipelines, LinkedIn Recruiter for sourcing potential candidates, and Google Sheets/Slides for organizing information and presenting data. Familiarity with these tools will enhance your ability to operate efficiently and help us maintain a high standard in our recruitment efforts.

The Senior Recruiter position at Citizen offers not just a six-month contract but also the opportunity for career advancement based on your performance and the company's evolving needs. If you demonstrate exceptional recruiting skills and contribute to ongoing People Operations strategies, there’s the potential to transition into a full-time role and advance within the organization as we expand across the United States. Engaging in continued learning and supporting various People Ops initiatives can boost your growth within Citizen.

When responding to this question, highlight your understanding of each phase of the recruitment process, including job intake, sourcing, interviewing, and offer negotiation. Share specific examples where you've successfully filled roles, emphasizing any unique challenges you faced and how you overcame them to meet the hiring goals at previous positions.

In answering, discuss the various methods you employ for sourcing candidates such as leveraging LinkedIn, utilizing job boards, and implementing creative outreach strategies. Provide examples of successful placements you've made and mention any tools or platforms that have aided you in the sourcing process.

To answer, describe your approach to maintaining open communication, setting expectations, and providing feedback throughout the recruitment process. Discuss how you handle candidate concerns and ensure they feel valued, supported, and informed from initial contact through to the offer stage.

When handling offer negotiation discussions, focus on your ability to align offers with the candidate’s expectations and the organization’s compensation strategy. Give examples of successful negotiations you’ve conducted, and emphasize your communication skills in this area.

Discuss your commitment to diversity and inclusion by sharing specific initiatives or practices you've implemented or participated in. Highlight how you ensure diverse representation in candidate pools and create inclusive hiring practices.

Mention the various recruiting tools you’ve successfully used, like Ashby, LinkedIn Recruiter, and any applicant tracking systems. Describe how these tools have enhanced your productivity and assisted in tracking candidate pipelines effectively.

Explain your systematic approach to managing interview logistics, including scheduling, preparing candidates and interviewers, and ensuring smooth coordination. Share examples of challenges you faced and how you successfully resolved them to create a seamless interview process.

Provide an anecdote detailing a specific challenging role, outlining the strategies you employed to find the right candidates. Discuss any creative approaches you took and what ultimately led to a successful hire.

In your answer, discuss the resources you utilize for staying updated with industry trends, such as blogs, webinars, and networking with other professionals. Mention how being informed influences your recruitment strategies and methodologies.

Emphasize your openness to feedback by discussing your approach to receiving and implementing suggestions from hiring managers. Share how you foster collaborative relationships that rely on continuous improvement and alignment throughout the hiring process.