Recruiter

Entry-Level Recruiter

Location: Alpena, MI
Company: Employment Services, Inc. (ESI)

About Employment Services, Inc. (ESI)

Employment Services, Inc. (ESI) connects talented individuals with rewarding long-term career opportunities. ESI partners with a select group of growing companies that value integrity, accountability, hard work, quality, and employee development. Our mission is to create successful matches that help both candidates and businesses thrive.

Position Overview

The Entry-Level Recruiter helps connect candidates with career opportunities at ESI's client companies. Working closely with the recruiting team, this person will communicate with applicants, review applications, conduct initial candidate conversations, coordinate interviews, and maintain accurate candidate information throughout the hiring process.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and wants to build a career in recruiting, talent acquisition, or human resources. ESI provides training in recruiting processes, sourcing techniques, applicant tracking systems, and candidate management.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and connect with potential candidates through job postings, referrals, community outreach, and other recruiting channels.
• Review applications and resumes against position requirements.
• Conduct initial candidate screening conversations.
• Coordinate interviews and communicate next steps with candidates and hiring teams.
• Create and maintain job postings across recruiting platforms.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and documentation.
• Assist candidates with onboarding and employment-related paperwork.
• Represent ESI at career fairs, community events, and recruiting activities as needed.
• Provide responsive and professional service to candidates and client companies.
• Support recruiting projects and administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills

Day One Expectations

• Clear and professional communication by phone, email, and in person.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Active listening and the ability to ask thoughtful questions.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ESI Will Provide Training

• Candidate sourcing techniques.
• Interview and screening best practices.
• Applicant tracking system (ATS) usage.
• Recruiting workflows and hiring processes.
• Effective candidate and client communication strategies.

Knowledge

Day One Expectations

• Understanding of professional workplace behavior.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.
• Familiarity with common business software and technology.
• Awareness of social media and online communication tools.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

ESI Will Provide Training

• Recruiting terminology and talent acquisition fundamentals.
• Employment and onboarding processes.
• Position-specific requirements for ESI's client companies.
• Industry best practices for candidate evaluation and placement.

Ability to Implement Skills and Knowledge

Day One Expectations

• Communicate professionally with candidates, clients, and team members.
• Build rapport and create a positive experience for applicants.
• Follow established processes with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and accountability.

ESI Will Help You Develop

• The ability to identify qualified candidates for a variety of positions.
• Confidence conducting candidate screenings and interviews.
• Effective management of recruiting pipelines and candidate records.
• Networking and community outreach skills.
• The ability to support hiring goals while delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

Preferred Experience

Previous experience in customer service, sales, administrative support, retail, hospitality, banking, healthcare, or another people-focused role is a plus, but not required.

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for:

• Competitive pay based on competency
• 100% employer-paid health insurance and HSA for employees
• Flexible paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Discretionary bonuses

Join Our Team

We are excited to welcome new talent to our team! If you are passionate about what you do and are looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be a part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We look forward to seeing how we can succeed together.