Recruiting Specialist

WATCH GUARD 24/7, a leading, quality security guard contractor, provides armed and unarmed security personnel and Fire and Life Safety Directors to many business sectors within the NY Metropolitan area. We have an impeccable reputation and, as such, are one of the fastest-growing providers in New York and New Jersey. We are seeking a Recruiting Specialist with a core focus on filling the hiring needs associated with high-end luxury properties and a multitude of business sectors.

WATCH GUARD 24/7 is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

WATCH GUARD 24/7 is proudly licensed by the New York State Division of Licensing Services

• Partners with hiring manager to determine staffing needs
• Screens resumes, interviews candidates (by phone or in person), administers appropriate assessments and reference/background checking, makes recommendations for hire (or not hire) and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt position openings within an assigned territory
• Serves as an expert for recruiting candidates within an assigned territory and business category
• Uses traditional and nontraditional resources, such as career fairs, online job fairs, community network events, etc., to identify, attract, and source quality candidates
• Develops advertising programs (internal and external) to ensure high visibility with potential candidates
• Follows up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding recruiting process
• Communicates important employment information during delivery of employment offers (e.g., benefits, compensation, noncompete agreements)
• Manages current candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Ability to travel to nearby facilities once a week

• At least two years of prior recruiting experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience required
• Extensive experience in using candidate sourcing tools for recruiting
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize a diversified workload, meeting established deadlines with minimal supervision
• A positive and upbeat team member!

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.