How to hire a manager, recruitment operations

How to hire a manager, recruitment operations, step by step

Here's a step-by-step manager, recruitment operations hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a manager, recruitment operations job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new manager, recruitment operations
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The manager, recruitment operations hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A manager, recruitment operations's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, managers, recruitment operations from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of manager, recruitment operations salaries for various roles:

   Type of Manager, Recruitment Operations	Description	Hourly rate
   Manager, Recruitment Operations	Human resources managers plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative functions of an organization. They oversee the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff; consult with top executives on strategic planning; and serve as a link between an organization’s management and its employees.	$26-60
   Human Resources Generalist/Manager	A human resource (HR) generalist performs a variety of HR functions and duties. These include recruiting and interviewing job applicants, conducting background checks and verifying employee eligibility, and implementing new employee orientation and recognition programs... Show more	$26-51
   Regional Human Resources Manager	A regional human resources manager is in charge of overseeing a company's local human resource (HR) operations. They mostly identify the hiring needs of different branches, devise compensation and benefits programs, and determine the HR needs of every area, ensuring to develop strategies to meet them... Show more	$31-57

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Applicant Tracking Systems
   • Process Improvement
   • Human Resources
   • Linkedin
   • Background Checks
   • Recruitment Process
   • ATS
   • Career Fairs
   • HRIS
   • Open Positions
   • Business Operations
   • Taleo
   • Performance Management
   • Performance Metrics

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   Responsibilities:

   • Implement a new HRIS to manage, track, and evaluate employees.
   • Manage the recruitment budget; approve and track expenses; ensure highest ROI by tracking outputs of events and postings.
   • Write job descriptions and job postings to ensure OFCCP compliance.
   • Collaborate with product and development teams to design an in-house applicant tracking system (ATS).
   • Maintain accurate engagements and candidate information in ATS and update management with recruiting process.
   • Build strong workforce analytics utilizing current tools and identifying future tools that will effectively track current and future talent activity.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your manager, recruitment operations job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A manager, recruitment operations salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a manager, recruitment operations in South Dakota may be lower than in California, and an entry-level manager, recruitment operations usually earns less than a senior-level manager, recruitment operations. Additionally, a manager, recruitment operations with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average manager, recruitment operations salary

   $83,536yearly

   $40.16 hourly rate

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   Entry-level manager, recruitment operations salary

   $55,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 20, 2025

   Average manager, recruitment operations salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$103,144	$50
   2	Maine	$96,048	$46
   3	Washington	$89,773	$43
   4	Arizona	$89,047	$43
   5	Massachusetts	$83,880	$40
   6	New York	$83,452	$40
   7	District of Columbia	$81,479	$39
   8	Virginia	$77,176	$37
   9	Utah	$72,631	$35
   10	New Mexico	$72,237	$35
   11	Oregon	$71,792	$35
   12	Florida	$68,879	$33
   13	Tennessee	$65,743	$32
   14	Texas	$65,656	$32
   15	North Carolina	$65,036	$31
   16	Georgia	$64,593	$31
   17	Illinois	$62,378	$30
   18	South Carolina	$60,787	$29
   19	Ohio	$59,885	$29
   20	Wisconsin	$57,566	$28

   Average manager, recruitment operations salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Meta	$152,209	$73.18	32
   2	Crunchbase	$137,160	$65.94
   3	TripActions	$125,765	$60.46
   4	Ernst & Young	$121,534	$58.43	188
   5	Riverbed Holdings, Inc.	$115,633	$55.59
   6	Citi	$110,423	$53.09	11
   7	Intel	$105,894	$50.91	1
   8	Coinbase	$101,847	$48.96	72
   9	Amazon	$101,804	$48.94	508
   10	Cognizant	$91,112	$43.80	62
   11	U.S. Bank	$89,752	$43.15	4
   12	Fastly	$88,631	$42.61
   13	Altra Industrial Motion	$88,544	$42.57
   14	Integrity Management Services, Inc.	$87,261	$41.95
   15	Masimo	$87,103	$41.88	1
   16	Ameren	$84,228	$40.49	2
   17	Pactiv	$83,826	$40.30	3
   18	Maxim Healthcare Group	$82,472	$39.65	4
   19	Vivint Smart Home	$78,176	$37.58
   20	Frontier Airlines	$76,990	$37.01

4. Writing a manager, recruitment operations job description

   A manager, recruitment operations job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a manager, recruitment operations job description:

   Manager, recruitment operations job description example

   Work type: Full Time
   School/Department: Columbia Business School Grade: Grade 11 Categories: Stdnt Affairs/Educational Admn Job Type: Officer of Administration Bargaining Unit: Regular/Temporary: Regular End Date if Temporary: Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range: Commensurate with experience Position Summary
   
   Reporting to the Director, Employer Relations, the Manager oversees all event managementand operations related to on-campus campus recruiting (OCR) activities for companies interested in hiring Business School students. The Manager will utilize the CMC's recruiting platform (COIN), in addition to other internal systems and calendars, to facilitate company events and interviews. This includes managing the job board and acting as a system resource for both employers and students.The Manager will work closely with the Director and other team members to collect and maintain the student employment database while maintaining confidentiality. The Manager also manages the Employer Resume database and the CMC Reciprocity Program for visiting students.As an integral member of the Career Management Center, the Manager will also participate in additional projects as necessary to help the office execute its mission.
   
   Responsibilities
   Secures on-campus event and classroom space in advance of recruiting season (fall) and facilitates catering requests for companies as needed. Partners with the CMC Reception Coordinator and other offices as needed (Operations, Dean's Office, Office of Student Affairs) to ensure School protocols are followed. Works with external venues to reserve space on behalf of recruiting partners as needed. Manages invoice submissions and budget for all on-campus recruiting costs. Works with employer relations team by greeting company representatives at events when needed. Ensures that all campus entry requirements are managed appropriately, working in partnership with the Operations department for security desk clearance. Manages CMC multi-use rooms during recruiting season (fall and winter) for employers coming to campus to interview students. Coordinates early morning staffing duties for CMC members and logistics for interviewer check-in. Oversees event management for interviews on high-volume days as directed by members of the employer relations team. Works with employers on interview days, as needed. Works closely with employer relations team to prepare for recruiters and interviewers, this includes, but is not limited to, managing both employer and student communications surrounding events and interviews as needed. Manages and maintains the job board, utilizing independent judgement and initiative, makes determinations on approvals for job postings, as appropriate. Monitors the system (COIN) for incoming event and interview requests.Advises appropriate team members (relationship managers) on activity from existing accounts. Provides guidance to employer and students regarding questions on use of COIN. Manages the Employer Resume database, ensuring timely submission of resumes by students and checks that student profile settings are correctly set for employer visibility. Works closely with Senior Associate Director, Communications & Operations to ensure that COIN is functioning correctly for students, recruiters and administrators, reporting issues to the vendor, tracking resolutions, while providing updates to end users. Works with the Senior Associate Director to troubleshoot other technology platforms utilized by the Employer Relations team such as Salesforce and LinkedIn Sales Navigator. Manages the Reciprocity Program, which provides one-day access to CMC resources for students from partner MBA programs, as well as reciprocal access to current CBS students at other Schools. Launches student employment data survey twice a year, maintaining database and auditing data regularly. Works to provide Assistant Director and Director, Employer Relations with reports as needed. Launches employer booking form for on-campus recruiting requests each spring and works with employer relations team to create internal recruiting calendar for the purposes of conflict-free scheduling. Confirms dates with employers and directs them to submit through COIN. Works with members of the employer relations team with preparing reports for post recruiting-season meetings with recruiting partners. Works with members of the employer relations team with other events such as recruiting breakfast meetings hosted by the Dean, Networking Night, Recruiters Day, and career fairs. Performs special projects and related duties as assigned.
   Minimum Qualifications
   
   Bachelor's degree and/or its equivalent required.Minimum 2-4 years related experience required.
   
   Must have demonstrated excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to work independently using sound judgement and discretion required. Must have demonstrated ability to balance needs of multiple stakeholders and effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Candidate must be self-motivated with a keen attention to detail. Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong written and oral communication skills needed. Strong facility with Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook and web/database literacy.Ability to work flexible, long hours, early mornings/late evenings on a seasonal basis.
   
   Preferred Qualifications
   
   Previous experience in campus recruiting on either the university or company side.
   
   Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
   
   Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
   
   Applications open: Sep 09 2022Eastern Daylight Time
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5. Post your job

   To find the right manager, recruitment operations for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with managers, recruitment operations they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit managers, recruitment operations who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit managers, recruitment operations, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new manager, recruitment operations

   Once you've found the manager, recruitment operations candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new manager, recruitment operations. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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