Recruiter in Portland, Oregon - #71912 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 71912

Recruiter
Our client is seeking a thoughtful and relationship-driven Recruiter to support a dynamic, mission-oriented organization with a strong commitment to equity, collaboration, and community impact. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about nonprofit work, values inclusive hiring practices, and thrives in a highly structured yet people-centered recruiting environment. The ideal candidate brings patience, strong organization, and a genuine interest in partnering closely with hiring teams to deliver meaningful hiring outcomes.

This role is a hybrid model in Portland, Oregon.

Recruiter Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts from intake through offer, managing concurrent requisitions while maintaining a high level of organization and communication.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to define role requirements, refine job descriptions, and collaboratively design structured and inclusive interview processes.
• Conduct recruiter screens, develop interview questions, and guide hiring teams through panel interviews, debriefs, and evaluation using structured rubrics.
• Coordinate complex interview logistics, including large panel interviews, ensuring a smooth and professional candidate experience.
• Navigate a structured hiring process, including collaboration with compensation teams and alignment with union-related guidelines when applicable.
• Facilitate offer processes by coordinating approvals, ensuring alignment with compensation frameworks, and managing reference checks.
• Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of candidate activity to support transparency, compliance, and reporting needs.
• Contribute to a thoughtful, inclusive hiring approach by supporting equitable practices and fostering diverse candidate pipelines.

Recruiter Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in full-cycle recruiting, ideally within nonprofit, mission-driven, or values-based organizations.
• Demonstrated passion for nonprofit work and alignment with inclusive, equity-focused hiring practices.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent requisitions while staying highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Experience partnering closely with hiring managers in a collaborative, consultative capacity throughout the recruiting process.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate thoughtful and sometimes lengthy interview processes.
• Experience coordinating panel interviews, leading debrief discussions, and utilizing structured evaluation methods.
• Familiarity with compensation alignment processes and exposure to union environments is a plus.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and standard recruiting tools.

Compensation: (DOE)

VanderHouwen Contractors Enjoy Exceptional Benefit Perks!
As an eligible contract employee with VanderHouwen, you’ll have access to a full suite of benefits designed with your well-being in mind. Our comprehensive package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a matching 401(k) to help secure your future.

Meet VanderHouwen
What kind of recruiter do you see yourself working with? One who prioritizes your best interest, no matter what? VanderHouwen does, and we’re in it for the long game! Our recruiters focus on YOU, building meaningful, long-term relationships while developing a deep understanding of companies’ staffing needs and workplace cultures. This approach helps us find an ideal job match that aligns with your unique career aspirations and goals.

VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career!

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws.

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