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Job outlook for lead technical recruiters in the United States
Lead technical recruiter job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected lead technical recruiter job growth rate is 8% from 2018-2028.
About 58,800 new jobs for lead technical recruiters are projected over the next decade.
Lead technical recruiter salaries have increased 7% for lead technical recruiters in the last 5 years.
There are over 59,531 lead technical recruiters currently employed in the United States.
There are 93,347 active lead technical recruiter job openings in the US.
The average lead technical recruiter salary is $98,827.
Are lead technical recruiter jobs in demand?
Lead technical recruiter job and salary trends over time
Lead technical recruiter jobs over time
Lead technical recruiter job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 59,531 | 0.02% |
| 2020 | 52,056 | 0.02% |
| 2019 | 50,869 | 0.02% |
| 2018 | 47,715 | 0.01% |
| 2017 | 44,514 | 0.01% |
Average lead technical recruiter salary over time
Lead technical recruiter salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $98,827 | $47.51 | +2.5% |
| 2024 | $96,383 | $46.34 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $94,764 | $45.56 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | $93,939 | $45.16 | +2.0% |
| 2021 | $92,118 | $44.29 | +1.4% |
Lead technical recruiter jobs by state
Most common states for lead technical recruiters
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | 739,795 | 216 | 29% |
| 2 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 531 | 28% |
| 3 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 227 | 26% |
| 4 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 658 | 23% |
| 5 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 450 | 22% |
| 6 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 1,962 | 20% |
| 7 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 602 | 20% |
| 8 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 601 | 20% |
| 9 | Delaware | 961,939 | 178 | 19% |
| 10 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 979 | 18% |
| 11 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 185 | 18% |
| 12 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 139 | 18% |
| 13 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 931 | 17% |
| 14 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 275 | 16% |
| 15 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 1,816 | 14% |
| 16 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 1,391 | 14% |
| 17 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,004 | 14% |
| 18 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 566 | 14% |
| 19 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 100 | 14% |
| 20 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,349 | 13% |
Most common cities for lead technical recruiters
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newport Beach | 1 | 1% | $115,308 |
| 2 | New York | 4 | 0% | $101,684 |
| 3 | San Francisco | 3 | 0% | $129,131 |
| 4 | Washington | 1 | 0% | $113,254 |
Lead Technical Recruiter job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of lead technical recruiter experts
Manhattan College
Muhlenberg College
The Pennsylvania State University
Emmaus Homes
East Tennessee State University
Pamela Chasek
Professor of Political Science, Manhattan CollegeManhattan College
International Relations And National Security Studies
What Lead Technical Recruiter skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Pamela Chasek: The more skills you have the better off you will be. Negotiate your salary package -- don't just accept what they offer you. However, if they refuse to budge, you may want to negotiate consideration of a raise after a 3-month probationary period.
What will help Lead Technical Recruiters increase their earning potential?
Pamela Chasek: I think it is important to understand economics, speak another major language in addition to English, and have good computer skills. It is also important. But strong interpersonal skills should not be underestimated.
Ryan Smolko
Associate Director, Career CenterMuhlenberg College
The Career Center at Muhlenberg College
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Lead Technical Recruiter job market given the pandemic?
Ryan Smolko: Overnight, employers have had to innovate the way in which they do their work. Even when it is safe for employees to return to their offices, a level of flexibility will almost certainly be a staple going forward. Productivity is measured by work done- not hours at a desk. Those employers who remain rigid will find retaining top talent challenging. Along those lines employees will have the ability to live almost anywhere while still building a successful career.
What technical skills for a Lead Technical Recruiter stand out to employers?
Ryan Smolko: Technical skills vary by industry and the technical skills needed today are not those that will be needed five or even one year from now. Adaptability is key to staying relevant in their career both now and in the future. O*Net is a great resource for students to see technical skills commonly used in their jobs of interest.
The technical skills everyone should be continually working on are Excel/Tableau and Canva/PowerPoint. Working with large amounts of data is almost universal in today's economy regardless of industry or position. You can also have the best data in the world but if you can't present it in a dynamic way it won't be seen which is why being well versed in presentation and design tools can be a big advantage.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Lead Technical Recruiters to find work opportunities?
Elaine Farndale Ph.D.: The answer will lie in which states can recover from the pandemic the quickest, which is still very much unknown.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Lead Technical Recruiters to find work opportunities?
Tonya Courtois: Our industry provides support staff to adults who have developmental disabilities. Our entry-level employees are called Direct Support Professionals (DSPS). We, like many others in our industry, are experiencing a significant staffing crisis. This crisis has gained national attention. To close the gap we continue to encourage our state legislatures to standardize rates and pay rates that will allow us to outpace minimum wage and be competitive with other high-volume employers. My recommendation to students and recent graduates is to research mission-driven, caregiving roles in their area, specifically those for individuals with disabilities. Learn about disabilities and understand the need. Reach out to a couple of different organizations in your area and connect with them to learn more about their mission. Find a good fit and pick up some part-time hours while finishing school. At Emmaus we are very intentional in creating career paths for individuals who have a mission heart and want to do work that matters. It's not just a job but a defined career path!
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Lead Technical Recruiter job market given the pandemic?
Dr. James Lampley: Online delivery. Before the pandemic, we were already seeing a trend to more online programs. After we return to "normal" we will see online courses and online programs expand exponentially.
What general advice would you give to a Lead Technical Recruiter?
Dr. James Lampley: Be willing to go where the jobs are. Many of our graduates are "place-bound". Their family obligations or spouses make it difficult to relocate.