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Cherokee Federal · 18 hours ago

Junior Recruiter

Tulsa, OK

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Cherokee Federal is a division of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on serving government missions. The Junior Recruiter supports the recruiting team in identifying and engaging qualified candidates, managing the hiring process, and ensuring a positive candidate experience.

GovernmentNon ProfitProfessional ServicesPublic Relations

Responsibilities

Supports recruiting efforts including job posting setup, advertising coordination, career fairs/employment events, community partnerships, and applicant correspondence

Assists with candidate sourcing through online platforms, networking, referrals, and internal databases to develop qualified candidate pipelines

Reviews incoming applications for minimum qualifications and forwards qualified candidates to the Recruiter/Hiring Manager for consideration

Conducts initial outreach to candidates (email/phone) to confirm interest, availability, basic qualifications, and next steps

Coordinates and schedules phone screens, interviews, and related logistics (calendar invites, candidate instructions, interview confirmations)

Prepares and maintains requisition documentation and recruiting trackers; monitors aging requisitions and communicates status updates to recruiters and hiring managers

Assists with administration of pre-employment screening steps (e.g., background checks, reference checks, drug testing, education verification) per established procedures and compliance requirements

Ensures candidate files and onboarding documentation are complete and appropriately stored prior to start date

Maintains data integrity within the ATS, including job postings, candidate status/disposition, contact notes, interview outcomes, and offer documentation as directed

Assists in ensuring hiring criteria are met and hiring processes follow established policies, including EEO/AA requirements and Native American preference when applicable

Supports recruitment initiatives and special projects, including collaboration with Cherokee Nation partners as needed

Maintains a working knowledge of basic recruiting practices, candidate experience standards, and applicable employment guidelines relevant to the work performed

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)Candidate sourcingEEO/AA complianceInterview schedulingPre-employment screeningMicrosoft OfficeCustomer serviceAttention to detailWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor's degree required (or in progress with equivalent experience may be considered based on business need)

0–1 years of recruiting, HR coordination, customer service, or administrative experience preferred

Equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered

Basic knowledge of recruiting processes and professional communication practices

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and changing priorities

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and comfort learning ATS/HR systems

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to provide timely, accurate updates to candidates and internal stakeholders

Customer-service mindset with ability to support a positive candidate and hiring manager experience

Ability to follow documented processes and escalate issues to a Recruiter/Manager when needed

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Preferred

0–1 years of recruiting, HR coordination, customer service, or administrative experience preferred

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Company

Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Federal, a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is a trusted team of government contracting professionals who can rapidly build innovative solutions.

Founded in 1969

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

5001-10000 employees