Contract Technical Recruiter - Open to Remote

«out the Team Our Human Resources team defies all conventional expectations and is a business-connected solutions provider. The work we do directly aligns with the company’s core areas of focus, and we ensure that associates and leaders are ready to support those strategic objectives. Our HR team is comprised of different departments, including Talent Acquisition, HR business partners, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and Shared Services. We enable meaningful careers for all and build our Associate Workplace Experience! About the Job SUMMARY The Contract Recruiter position will focus primarily on corporate office roles in IT and Digital. This role partners with leaders on recruitment needs across various levels in the organization at the corporate office of PetSmart based in Phoenix, Arizona. Recruiters leverage recruiting expertise and market knowledge to develop, roll out, and complete passive and active sourcing strategies. As a highly visible and engaged member of our team, the Contract Recruiter leverages innovative and contemporary methods of identifying and hiring talented people. It is expected that a strategic partnership is established with business leaders, hiring managers, and HR business partners across multiple lines of business at PetSmart's corporate offices. Our need for a Contract Recruiter role is due to company growth and an increase in hiring at the corporate office. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manages and owns the recruiting process from candidate sourcing through identification, interviewing, selection, and offer process for various levels in the organization. Leads the development and execution of an effective sourcing strategy. Hands-on application of web-based applicant tracking and candidate sourcing tools. Maintains current applicant tracking documentation through each phase of the recruitment process. Assesses candidates and generates a pipeline for a variety of concurrent searches using a diverse set of sourcing tools and techniques that attract top talent. Implements and documents process improvements. Designs business reports to capture key staffing metrics for internal clients. Solves complex issues independently. Supports all Belonging, Diversity and Inclusion strategies related to talent acquisition. Establishes close and trusting client relationships by: educating the client and providing advice on market trends, acting as a consultant throughout the hiring process and providing meaningful feedback to assist in the final selection process. Interacts and consults independently with senior management. Maintains a commitment to clear and proactive communication, internal client service, and self-development/learning. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree from four-year college/university in a relevant field preferred but not required. 5+ years of demonstrated recruitment success in diverse consultative full-cycle recruiting experience with search firms and corporate environments. Proven proficiency with a diverse sourcing toolkit that includes job boards, search engines, niche sites, LinkedIn and other social media, passive lead generation, etc. Demonstrated problem solving skills including the ability to offer out of the box and creative solutions to recruiting challenges. Accountable and independent, as well as collaborative, fostering a cohesive team environment. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills to effectively communicate in a variety of settings across all organizational levels. Proven organizational and time management in order to work independently on a variety of tasks in a time sensitive environment. TECHNICAL SKILLS Proficient with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS). Experience with HR applications. About the Culture Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including: Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work! A work-life balance and family events such as movie nights, art events and holiday festivals “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options Starbucks cart—productivity at its finest! “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities