[Remote] Contract Recruiter

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Clayton Services is searching for a Contract Recruiter to join a rapidly growing organization supporting high-volume hiring efforts across the Houston area and surrounding regions. The Contract Recruiter will be responsible for building and managing a consistent pipeline of candidates for specialized rescue technician roles, focusing on sourcing from EMS, fire academy, and related talent pools.ResponsibilitiesManage full-cycle recruiting for high-volume hiring needs (20–25+ roles initially, with ongoing hiring demand)Proactively source candidates from targeted pipelines, including Emergency Medical Services, fire departments, fire academies, and related organizationsConduct outreach to EMS agencies, training programs, and industry networks to generate candidate flowUtilize job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and direct sourcing strategies to build a consistent pipeline of qualified candidatesConduct phone screens to evaluate candidate qualifications, availability, and interest in project-based work environmentsCoordinate interviews with hiring managers and assist in driving candidates through the hiring processSupport onboarding efforts by following up with candidates to ensure completion of required documentation and hiring stepsTrack recruiting activity, candidate pipeline, and performance metrics within the ATS and client systemsPartner closely with internal leadership to adjust recruiting strategy based on hiring needs and market feedbackDeliver consistent candidate flow, measured by submittals, interviews, and hiresSkillsProven success in high-volume recruiting environmentsStrong sourcing and outreach capabilities (not reliant on inbound applicants)Ability to identify and engage candidates in niche or non-traditional talent poolsExcellent communication and organizational skillsAbility to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining accountabilityStrong sense of urgency and ability to meet aggressive hiring timelinesExperience managing recruiting metrics and pipeline performance2+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in high-volume, field-based, or light industrial rolesExperience sourcing candidates from EMS, fire service, or technical training programs is strongly preferredBackground recruiting for project-based or hourly workforce environments is a plusBachelor's degree preferred but not requiredCompany OverviewClayton Services is a staffing and recruiting firm for architecture, engineering, IT, manufacturing, and marketing. It was founded in 1984, and is headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.claytonpersonnel.com.