Recruiter

OPENING DATE

4/15/26

CLOSING DATE:

Until Filled SALARY:

$42,000 annually (monthly pay schedule $3,500/mo)

LOCATION

This position is with the Sooner Job Challenge and will be located in Pryor, OK on the Thunderbird Challenge Program campus. For more information about the Sooner Job Challenge program please go to https://soonerjobchallenge.org/. How to Apply to JR58786:

Internal Applicants :

(Current state of Oklahoma employees) Login to your workday account; open the Career application and find internal posting. External Applicants will need to go to the State Of Oklahoma job listings and apply.

State of Oklahoma Careers link:

https://okgov.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/okgovjobs/details/Recruiter_JR58786?q=Sooner%20Job%20Challenge&hiringCompany=7a8d2de4e0861000cc587016422a0000 Job Overview Sooner Job Challenge is seeking a dynamic and proactive Recruiter to join our team! In this vital role, you will execute recruitment of students that are graduates of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program (Thunderbird Challenge Program) throughout the state ensuring we attract candidates who align with our program goals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the youth of Oklahoma through strategic recruitment strategies and effective communication.

Benefits :

This is a full-time state position that provides a percentage of matching contributions to employees' retirement plans, 11 holidays, and a minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year. The state also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

Essential Functions:

Organize and execute recruitment throughout the state of students for upcoming classes. Contact, schedule and visit community groups, civic clubs, state offices, schools, religious organizations, and youth organizations to obtain leads on prospective students and mentors for the program. Follow-up on all leads for potential applicants by phone, email, letter or personal contact throughout the year. Ability to travel up to 25% of the time based on recruiting needs, including overnight stays at OKC as needed. Physically perform presentations using approved materials to groups ensuring that presentations are informative and professional. Track application process on prospective students from identification until acceptance. Attain a minimum goal of 75 applications per recruiting cycle to allow a sufficient pool of applicants. Attends all interviews/orientations, in processing, training sessions, graduation and staff meetings assigned by supervisor. Maintain a wait list for future cycles. Creates, maintains, produces, and distributes promotional materials. Responsible for turning in monthly schedule of activities to supervisor. Perform data entry and record keeping of applicant files. Maintain confidential information about current students, mentors, and graduates. Interact with students as required. Build strong relationships with students and staff at Thunderbird Challenge Program. May be required to assist in providing supervision of students during off-site activities as needed. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Military background preferred, but not required. Ability is required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; perform confidential work and maintain confidentiality; interpret and complete routine matters according to agency policies and procedures; and follow oral and written instructions.

Education and Experience:

: High School diploma required. Some college preferred, or strong background working with at-risk youth.

Licenses/Certificates required:

Valid Driver License Physical Requirements :

Must be able to lift/carry a minimum of 15 pounds. Some evening and weekends hours are required.

Conditions of Employment:

Serve 12-month trial period Contingent on a favorable

NCIC/OSBI

background check Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening A valid driver license FLSA Non-Exempt status Tobacco and Vape free facility

T1/CNACI

security clearance due to working with youth (Eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens.)

Notes :

This position will be located at Pryor, OK on the Thunderbird Challenge Program campus. Employment eligibility verified through E-Verify (Homeland Security). Travel may be required at the expense of the employee to be reimbursed within 45 days of travel.

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

State of Oklahoma properties are smoke-free and vape-free therefore, the use of any and all tobacco products including, but not limited to, cigarettes, pipes, smokeless tobacco, other tobacco products, electronic cigarettes/vaping devices or any other product packaged for smoking or the simulation of smoking (regardless of nicotine content) is prohibited on all State properties.

Pay:

$42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid parental leave Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Working with high schoolers: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver License (Required)

Location:

Pryor, OK 74361 (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Pryor, OK 74361 (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Work Location:

In person