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Principal Recruiter

Job Location: California, USA

Teams: Recruitment/Staffing

Req Id: 3503

Posting Start Date: 6/17/26

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Type: Remote

Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for developing qualified active and passive candidate pipelines through research, screening and networking to fill high-level requisitions in a timely manner. Successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating workforce planning and advising clients on the most strategic approach to fill open positions while mentoring lower level recruiters.

Responsibilities

• Proven track record in the execution of full life cycle recruitment (source, screen, submit, pipeline, etc), policies and guidelines, and client service objectives. A successful candidate in this role has a track record in exceeding ramp or productivity goals. Operates proficiently in filling various types of jobs in various industries. Provides support and takes initiative through the interview process, including performing the necessary screening requirements and through the offer phase. Realizes and exceeds placement and selling objectives. Operates independently and can anticipate changes in the market as well as client needs. 40%
• Work with Account Managers to identify top accounts, target skill sets, key market segments, and to assess clients staffing requirements. Demonstrates the ability to manage customers with relation to fulfillment needs. 20%
• Create and execute sourcing strategies to satisfy client requirements. Highly proficient in leveraging online recruiting resources including job boards, professional affiliations, niche sites, social networking, etc. 15%
• Demonstrates a high aptitude toward influencing desired outcomes through negotiation and candidate control. Maintains an ongoing pipeline of relevant passive and active relationships with exceptional talent to lessen time-to-fill and increase quality of job fills. 15%
• Mentors and trains lower level contributers on recruiting cycle to successfully fulfill requisitions. 10%

KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Self-motivated individual who has the ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Strong problem solving, leadership, and communication skills
• Strong ability to utilize negotiation and sales tactics
• Extensive knowledge and expertise of the staffing industry and recruitment process
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and demonstrated proficiency in the use of an ATS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) preferred or equivalent experience Required
• 8+ years Required

Essential Functions

Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery R (Regular) Manual Dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses the fingers) R (Regular) Hearing R (Regular) Repetitive motions of any part of the body R (Regular) Talking R (Regular)Capacity to think, concentrate and focus over long periods of time R (Regular) Ability to write complex documents in the [English] language R (Regular) Ability to read complex documents in [English] language R (Regular) Capacity to express thoughts orally (e.g., accurately, quick and loudly convey spoken instructions to workers) R (Regular) Capacity to reason and make sound decisions R (Regular) Other NA

Travel:

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation and Benefits-

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the wage range for this role is $78,000 - $117,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

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Notices to Applicants

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

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Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.