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A Recruiter works for a company or organization to recruit qualified candidates for open positions, or works with a recruiting agency to identify candidates and match jobseekers with job placements. May specialize in recruiting professionals in a particular industry, or specialize in recruiting at colleges.
$63,084 / year median in Iowa
-22% projected decline
Job Description
Recruiter - Placement Davenport, IA | Accepting applications until: October 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST
Location:
Davenport, IA 52807
Department:
Davenport IA
Division:
OPERATIONS
Job Status:
Full-Time
Work Shift:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Days Worked:
Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri.
Hour Per Week:
40 hours Position Description
QPS Employment Group is hiring a Recruiter for our branch office in Davenport, IA. We are looking for a passionate individual who is motivated, goal-driven, committed to hard work, and can embrace change. The ideal person must possess the genuine desire to positively impact our associate employees daily. The Recruiter will recruit, interview, and place associate employees on job assignments with local businesses. It will also include employee check-ins at the client sites and follow-up with our associate employees and our clients to ensure customer satisfaction. This is a permanent full-time, internal opportunity with QPS. Working hours will be Monday - Friday, 1st shift, and must be flexible to work 40-45 hours a week, coming in early or staying late if needed. The Recruiter will report directly to the Branch Manager. Join an award-winning organization that offers growth both inside and outside of the company. QPS values your ability to advance and improve, as you develop a lasting career with one of the Midwest's most dynamic companies. Learn what it's like to work internally at QPS and how we provide positive experiences with everyone we interact with through our company's
Six Core Beliefs:
Family Spirit:
We are more than just a team. We go above and beyond for each other as a true family does and strive to support all who interact with our great company.
High Touch:
We have an emotional impact on all who work with us and never accept the status quo. We say YES and turn the ordinary to extraordinary.
Passion:
Our rewards come from the impact we have on others. We create valuable relationships that illustrate just how important each of us truly is. We engage with each other in meaningful connections that better all of us.
Legacy:
We build a lasting path within the organization. We inspire growth and encourage each other to continuously learn from, as well as teach, those we serve. We appreciate each other and see everyone's value.
Innovation:
We take risks and inspire change at all levels of the organization. We understand that both successes and failures help build a transformational organization that continuously learns and improves.
Collaboration:
We work without boundaries and know that together we can accomplish anything. By empowering all voices, we develop ideas and solutions that create a positive experience for all involved. What you'll be doing:
Perform searches for qualified candidates using computer databases, networking, internet recruiting resources, cold calls, media, and employee referrals Maintain communication with clients and associate employees to keep them updated
Perform interviews with potential candidates and conduct all necessary background checks
Assist with payroll issues, contact clients and work with employees to fix any incorrect hours issues
Provide coaching and counseling to associate employees as needed to ensure job performance and job satisfaction
Document all applicant and client information accurately
Perform 1st-day arrival calls, weekly temp calls, etc
Adhere to company and local branch best practices and processes to achieve goals
Other duties as assigned What we look for:
1-2 years of recruiting experience, the staffing industry is a plus Knowledge of Microsoft Windows programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Valid driver's license, vehicle, auto insurance
High School diploma or GED preferred What we offer:
We are proudly 100% employee-owned Health, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Limited Purpose FSA, Dependent Care Reimbursement, 401k
PTO, Birthday PTO, Paid Holidays
Educational Assistance
Incentive bonus
Work-life balance & flexibility
Family culture
Department:
Davenport IA Classification:
8810 NON EX ADMIN
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance