Contract Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Ryan Lawn and Tree Inc • Merriam, KS, US • 2d ago

Description

Did you know that Ryan Lawn & Tree is a $100M+ professional Lawn & Landscape company? We've built one of the most respected lawn and tree care companies in the Midwest — and serve customers across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. We're on a mission to raise the bar for our entire industry — attracting exceptional people, treating them right, and doing work that leaves a mark on every community we touch.

We’re looking for an experienced Contract Talent Acquisition Recruiter to join our HR team for 3-4 months, with the potential to extend based on business needs. In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to our hiring efforts, owning the early stages of the recruitment pipeline from application review through candidate screening, while also supporting the team with hiring administration. You’ll work closely with and report directly to our Talent Acquisition Supervisor.

This is a great opportunity for a recruiter who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys making meaningful connections with candidates, and takes pride in keeping things organized and running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

Review incoming applications and screen resumes to identify candidates who align with role requirements and company culture.
Schedule and conduct phone screens to evaluate candidate qualifications, experience, and overall fit before presenting them to hiring managers.
Assist with hiring administration, including offer letter preparation, background check initiation, and new hire onboarding tasks.
Maintain accurate candidate records and requisition statuses within the applicant tracking system (ATS).
Provide regular pipeline updates and status reports to the Talent Acquisition Supervisor.
Build and maintain positive relationships throughout the hiring process.
Support additional recruiting efforts as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
1–3 years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience, in-house or agency.
Experience sourcing candidates and managing full early-stage recruitment pipelines.
Comfortable conducting structured phone screens and evaluating candidate fit.
Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS); experience with Paylocity is a plus.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple open requisitions at once.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional, candidate-friendly approach.
Self-starter who can work independently and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with background check platforms and offer letter processing is a plus.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Contract Details

Duration: 3–4 months, with potential to extend based on business needs

Schedule: Full-time hours during the contract period

Location: Merriam, KS

Reports To: Talent Acquisition Supervisor

At Ryan Lawn & Tree, you won’t just be filling seats — you’ll be helping build the team that drives a company forward. If you’re a recruiter who cares about doing the job right, we’d love to hear from you.

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