Recruiter

Job Title: Recruiter

Location: 5100 Tice Street (Fort Myers)

Employment Type: Full-Time / Salary / Exempt

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Goodwill Southwest Florida is seeking a proactive and people‑focused Recruiter to support organization‑wide staffing needs and help attract talent aligned with our mission. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, this role is responsible for full‑cycle recruiting activities, including sourcing, evaluating, and onboarding candidates to meet workforce objectives across diverse operations. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, recruiting experience, and the ability to build relationships internally and externally while supporting Goodwill's mission of creating opportunities and strengthening the community.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full‑cycle recruitment for open positions to meet staffing goals and timelines.
• Source candidates using applicant tracking systems, social media platforms, community partnerships, and recruitment events.
• Screen, interview, and evaluate candidates by reviewing qualifications and conducting phone interviews.
• Coordinate and facilitate new‑hire orientation sessions in English and Spanish.
• Attend career events, job fairs, and outreach activities as needed.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand position requirements and hiring priorities.
• Provide excellent customer service to hiring managers, applicants, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all HR policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two (2) years of prior experience in Human Resources and/or recruiting.
• Retail experience preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Proficiency with computers and recruiting tools, including LinkedIn, social media platforms, and applicant tracking systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Sound judgment, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
• Willingness to travel to job fairs, retail locations, and community events as needed.
• Flexibility to occasionally work evenings and weekends.
• Valid Florida driver's license and reliable transportation required.

 

Why Goodwill?

• Mission-driven nonprofit organization
• Collaborative merchandising team
• Opportunity to impact multiple store locations across Southwest Florida

 

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement