Technical Recruiter Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Technical Recruiter includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Communicating with hiring managers to identify future job openings and the technical requirements for those jobs.
  • Writing job descriptions and posting to relevant media platforms.
  • Screening applicants for competency with the job requirements.
  • Arranging telephone, video, or in-person interviews.
  • Performing background and reference checks.
  • Presenting the resumes of the most suitable candidates to the hiring manager.
  • Offering job positions and completing the relevant paperwork.
  • Keeping track of all applicants as well as keeping applicants informed on the application process.
  • Forecasting recruitment budgets.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Technical Recruiter duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Technical Recruiter roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.