Part-Time Contract Recruiter

Company: Cavender's
Location: Tyler
Posted on: January 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Overview The Part-Time Contract Recruiter supports the Talent team by managing full-cycle recruiting for assigned roles over a 4–6 month contract period. This role ensures a smooth, timely, and professional candidate experience while partnering closely with hiring managers across the organization. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in handling multi-role recruiting in a fast-paced environment. This position offers flexible hours based on business needs. Duties and Responsibilities · Support the Cavender’s Culture and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values. · Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating next steps. · Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, ideal candidate profiles, and recruiting timelines. · Post and maintain job openings on internal and external job boards. · Source talent through various channels, including job boards, professional networks, social media, and outreach efforts. · Conduct phone screens to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and alignment with company culture. · Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and interview panels. · Maintain accurate and timely candidate notes and updates within the applicant tracking system. · Communicate professionally with candidates throughout the process to ensure a positive experience. · Represent the company and the brand in a stellar manner. · Assist with offer preparation and pre-employment steps as needed. · Support recruiting-related projects, hiring events, and seasonal volume needs. · Perform other recruiting duties as assigned by the Talent Management team. Qualifications and Requirements · 2 years of recruiting experience, preferably in a corporate setting. · Experience managing full cycle recruiting processes. · Strong communication and relationship-building skills. · Ability to manage multiple open roles and competing priorities. · Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office. · Strong organizational and time-management skills. · Professional, discreet, and able to handle confidential information. · Ability to work independently while staying aligned with team goals. Preferred Skills · Experience recruiting for retail, corporate, or operational roles. · Strong sourcing skills and familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter or similar tools. · Comfortable interviewing candidates at various levels. · Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. · Adaptable and solutions-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset. · This role can be remote, but may require some meetings and interaction in the HR Office in Tyler, TX. Cavender’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Cavender’s will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) 361 – 2555 or visit your nearest Cavender’s store.

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