Senior Recruiter/HR Generalist- Wichita, KS

Job Details: Job Location: Jump Start Stores, Inc-Corporate Office

• WICHITA, KS, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Position Summary The Senior Recruiter/Human Resources Generalist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process while supporting a wide range of human resources functions. This position plays a critical role in attracting top talent, enhancing candidate experience, supporting employee engagement, ensuring policy compliance, and assisting managers with HR-related needs. The ideal candidate is highly organized, people-focused, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift quickly. Essential Job Functions Recruitment & Talent Acquisition (Approximately 50%)
• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process for hourly, salaried, and management positions.
• Develop and maintain recruiting pipelines using job boards, social media, referrals, networking, and community outreach.
• Screen resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.
• Conduct phone screens and initial interviews.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Schedule and participate in hiring events, job fairs, and recruiting campaigns.
• Extend employment offers and coordinate the pre-employment process.
• Monitor background checks, drug screens, and onboarding requirements.
• Maintain applicant tracking records and ensure recruiting compliance.
• Develop recruiting strategies to reduce time-to-fill and improve candidate quality.
• Build relationships with schools, workforce agencies, and community organizations.
• Assist with employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives. Human Resources Generalist (Approximately 50%)
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding company policies, benefits, and employment practices.
• Assist managers with employee relations matters while maintaining confidentiality.
• Support new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Assist with investigations, documentation, corrective actions, and policy interpretation.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR records.
• Assist with performance management initiatives.
• Support benefits enrollment and employee questions.
• Assist with leave administration including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other protected leaves.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Prepare HR reports and recruiting metrics.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and recognition programs.
• Assist with training and development initiatives.
• Participate in special HR projects assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional recruiting experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of Human Resources experience.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems. Preferred
• Experience in retail, convenience store, hospitality, or multi-location operations.
• Experience with Paycom or similar HRIS.
• Experience recruiting for high-volume hourly positions. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate across departments.
• Professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs. Physical Requirements
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel to company locations, job fairs, recruiting events, and training as needed.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must reside within 30 minutes of Wichita, KS
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.