Recruiter and Onboarding Specialist

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This local job opportunity with ID 3658648020 is live since 2026-05-01 19:54:58.
Recruiter & Onboarding SpecialistKARM Stores - Knoxville, TNFull-Time - SalariedKARM Stores is looking for a Recruiter & Onboarding Specialist to help attract, hire, and welcome great people into our mission-driven organization. This role supports the full-cycle hiring process for assigned store locations and departments, while also helping ensure new hires have a smooth, organized, and positive onboarding experience.If you are highly organized, people-focused, and passionate about helping connect the right people to the right opportunities, this could be a great fit.About KARM StoresKARM Stores is the retail arm of Knox Area Rescue Ministries. Every role at KARM Stores supports a greater mission of serving people in need throughout our community. When you join our team, you become part of work that is bigger than retail - work that makes a real difference.What You'll DoIn this role, you will:Manage recruiting activity for assigned stores, departments, or regionsReview applications and move qualified candidates through the hiring processConduct candidate outreach by phone, email, text, and other approved platformsComplete initial candidate screenings to evaluate qualifications, availability, and job fitCoordinate phone, virtual, and in-person interviews with hiring leadersMaintain timely follow-up with applicants and deliver a positive candidate experiencePartner with store and department leaders to understand staffing needs and hiring prioritiesMonitor open requisitions and candidate pipelines to support hiring efficiencySupport hiring events, job fairs, community recruiting efforts, and store-based hiring initiativesAssist with job posting updates and maintain accurate advertisement content in recruiting systemsDocument candidate activity and hiring progress accurately in approved systemsOnboarding & Orientation ResponsibilitiesSupport the onboarding process from offer acceptance through first-day readinessCommunicate with new hires regarding orientation details, required documents, start dates, and first-day instructionsAssist with new hire paperwork, onboarding steps, and system readinessCoordinate or facilitate portions of orientation as assignedTrack onboarding completion and follow up on missing items or barriers to startPartner with HR and leadership teams to help create a smooth transition from candidate to employeeSupport early retention efforts by helping new hires feel prepared, welcomed, and connectedWhat We're Looking ForQualified candidates will typically have:Experience in recruiting, staffing, talent acquisition, onboarding, HR support, or a related fieldStrong communication and relationship-building skillsExcellent organization and time management skillsThe ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency and professionalismStrong follow-through and attention to detailThe ability to handle sensitive information with confidentialityComfort using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and hiring or HR systemsExperience in retail, nonprofit, high-volume hiring, or multi-location recruiting is preferredAssociate's degree or bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be consideredWork Environment & ScheduleThis is a full-time salaried position. The regular schedule is generally Monday through Friday during business hours, though occasional evening or weekend availability may be needed for hiring events, outreach efforts, or business needs. Local travel to stores and hiring events may also be required.Why Join KARM Stores?At KARM Stores, your work matters. You won't just be filling roles - you'll be helping build teams that support a mission of hope, dignity, and transformation across East Tennessee.Join us and help connect people to meaningful work with purpose.Compensation details: 0 Yearly SalaryPI7453f26ad0- read more

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