Recruiting & HR Assistant

Location: Remote

Salary Range: $800 USD/month

Work Schedule: Part-time, 32 hours/week; Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 9:00 AM–6:00 PM CST, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break each day.

NOTE: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR POSITION

Position Overview:

The Recruiting & HR Assistant will support the recruiting and onboarding process by conducting initial candidate screening interviews, communicating with applicants, coordinating interviews, and maintaining accurate recruiting records. This role is ideal for a strong communicator who can confidently engage with candidates, document interview feedback clearly, and consistently follow through on administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial candidate screening interviews by phone or Zoom.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with candidates throughout the recruiting process.
• Ask structured screening questions and provide clear, accurate interview notes and recommendations.
• Schedule candidate interviews and coordinate meetings with internal team members.
• Follow up with candidates regarding outstanding documents, requirements, and next steps.
• Assist with onboarding administration and ensure required information is collected and organized.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruiting and candidate records.
• Help prepare recruiting and hiring reports.
• Support the HR team with other recruiting and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable conducting initial interviews by phone or Zoom.
• Able to ask thoughtful questions and accurately assess candidate responses against established criteria.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Reliable and consistent with follow-ups and administrative tasks.
• Able to maintain confidentiality when handling candidate and employee information.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• Reliable computer, webcam, headset, and high-speed internet.
• Must be available to work both Saturday and Sunday, plus two additional weekdays.
• Able to consistently commit to the full 32-hour weekly schedule.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Previous experience in recruiting, HR, talent acquisition, or administrative support.
• Experience conducting candidate screening interviews.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, recruiting platforms, or scheduling tools.
• Experience supporting employee onboarding processes.
• Strong proficiency with Google Workspace or similar productivity tools.