Contract Recruiter, Metropolis

• 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a focus on high-volume, field, retail, hospitality, light industrial, or multi-site operations hiring
• Demonstrated track record of managing 15–25+ open requisitions simultaneously while maintaining low time-to-fill metrics
• Expertise in geo-targeted sourcing methods (e.g., Indeed, Craigslist, local hiring events, community partnerships) alongside traditional recruiting channels
• Proficiency with modern Applicant Tracking Systems (e.g., iCIMS, Greenhouse) and recruitment databases
• Experience leveraging AI recruiting tools to optimize candidate sourcing and accelerate high-volume hiring workflows
• Working knowledge of multi-state employment regulations, Fair Chance hiring practices, and standard pre-employment screening workflows
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with an ability to communicate effectively with both frontline talent and regional corporate leadership
• High adaptability and problem-solving skills suited to a rapidly growing, operationally complex environment

Desirable

• Metropolis is seeking a Contract Recruiter (Field Operations) to manage full-lifecycle talent acquisition for our frontline, supervisory, and regional operations teams
• Built for a recruiter who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume hiring environments, you will partner directly with Field Operations Managers and People Operations to source, screen, and onboard essential talent
• From entry-level field attendants and site leads to field maintenance specialists and facility managers, you will drive localized recruitment strategies across dynamic target markets to keep our physical locations operating smoothly
• Own the end-to-end recruitment process for high-volume and specialized field operations roles across multi-site geographic markets
• Deploy targeted sourcing strategies, leveraging local job boards, community workforce centers, technical trade schools, hiring fairs, and employee referral campaigns to build consistent candidate flow
• Review high volumes of applications, conduct phone screens, and evaluate candidate reliability, practical qualifications, and alignment with operational standards
• Coordinate with regional and on-site operations managers to calibrate requirements, manage interview schedules, and streamline candidate feedback loops
• Maintain an active talent pipeline in the Applicant Tracking System to rapidly fill operational turnover and support new facility launches
• Extend job offers, guide candidates through pre-employment background checks and compliance verifications, and coordinate with People Operations to ensure seamless Day 1 handoffs
• Monitor recruitment velocity metrics, including time-to-fill, candidate pass-through rates, and source efficacy, using data to address regional hiring bottlenecks
• Serve as the first touchpoint for Metropolis in local communities, championing our technology, operational vision, and growth opportunities