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Leading Edge Connections

BUFFALO, NYJob$18–20/hrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18–20/hr
Location
BUFFALO, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Leading Edge Connections seeks a relationship-driven Recruiter to support hiring for sales and customer service roles in the Buffalo/Amherst area. The role focuses on sourcing candidates through local networks, building community partnerships, developing grassroots recruiting strategies, and maintaining candidate pipelines. Recruiting or staffing experience is preferred, while high-volume hiring experience is a plus. Flexible scheduling options are available.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

RecruitingStaffingTalent AcquisitionHigh-Volume HiringCommunicationNetworkingOutreach CallsLocal Partnership BuildingOrganizationMultitaskingCandidate SourcingRelationship BuildingLead Generation

Full job description

RecruiterLocation: Amherst/Buffalo, NY AreaCompensation: $18$20/hour (W2)Schedule: Flexible hours available; typically MondayFriday, 9:00 AM5:00 PM We are seeking a highly motivated, relationship-driven Recruiter to help scale hiring efforts for sales and customer service positions throughout the Buffalo/Amherst area. This is NOT a post jobs and wait recruiting role. We are looking for a true go-getter, someone who thrives on networking, building partnerships, creating pipelines, and finding talent through every possible local channel. What Youll Do * Source large volumes of candidates for sales and customer service positions * Build strong relationships with: * Local workforce development agencies * Community employment programs * Career centers * Job boards * Staffing networks * Colleges and training programs * Attend local hiring events and networking opportunities when needed * Develop creative grassroots recruiting strategies * Screen candidates and coordinate interviews * Maintain active candidate pipelines and follow-up communication * Help improve hiring speed and applicant flowWhat Were Looking For * Recruiting, staffing, or talent acquisition experience preferred * Experience with high-volume hiring is a major plus * Strong communication and networking skills * Someone who is proactive, resourceful, and persistent * Comfortable making outreach calls and building local partnerships * Organized and able to manage multiple hiring priorities * Familiarity with Buffalo-area workforce resources is highly desirableIdeal CandidateYoure the type of person who: * Doesnt wait for applicants to come in * Knows how to generate leads and candidate flow * Can build relationships quickly * Enjoys connecting with people and community organizations * Takes ownership and gets resultsWhat We Offer * W2 employment * Flexible scheduling options * Opportunity to make a direct impact on company growth * Fast-paced, team-oriented environment * Potential for growth as hiring operations expandIf you are a motivated recruiter who knows how to create hiring momentum and build strong local recruiting pipelines, wed love to hear from you. Apply today with your resume

How this job compares

Set against the 2,527 open Recruiter jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18–20/hr
  • New York median$28–29/hr36 hourly ranges
  • US median$32–37/hr378 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $19/hr, is 33% below the New York median midpoint ($29/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Recruiter hourly ranges in New York.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 261 open Recruiter jobs in New York and 2,527 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Recruiter postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (1,679 postings).
Education
348 of the 2,527 open Recruiter jobs (14%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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