Recruiting Assistant

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

We are a forward-thinking organization dedicated to attracting top talent, fostering a high-performance culture, and creating an inclusive, innovative workplace. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a motivated Recruiting Assistant to partner with team leadership to identify and recruit interns and rising professionals. Periodic travel within the Olsson footprint would be required to attend on-campus events during the academic year.  

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the full-cycle recruitment process including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and pre-employment screenings. 

• Collaborate with team leadership to determine specific hiring needs. 

• Provide prompt follow-up and communication with candidates throughout the recruitment lifecycle to ensure an inclusive and positive candidate experience. 

• Work in tandem with team leadership and candidates to schedule and conduct thorough phone screens and interviews. 

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and attending campus recruiting events such as career fairs, networking events, and other on-campus activities. 

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Overland Park, KS or North Kansas City, MO office locations. 

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related area. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an associate degree with equivalent experience is required.
• 0-2 years of recruiting experience.
• Strong communication skills.
• Highly organized with ability to handle high volume recruiting needs.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to develop and foster effective professional relationships internally and externally.

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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