Recruiting Manager

Shoestring Valley Holdings (SVH) is a Pacific Northwest-based holding firm that serves the Real Estate and Construction industries. With over 1,000 employees across several business units, SVH is a value-driven enterprise established to bring consistent, high-performing shared services to target industries. SVH aims to strengthen both the employee experience and customer outcomes. Reinforcing our desire to be an enduring organization for generations to come.

SVH Core Values:

· ESTABLISH LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIPS

· THE CLIENT IS #1

· WE TAKE RESPONSIBILITY

· WE SEEK CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

· YOU CAN BANK ON OUR WORD

· WE DO EVERYTHING AS A TEAM

· WE ALWAYS PRODUCE WORK THAT MAKES US PROUD

· WE DO IT SAFELY, OR WE DON'T DO IT

· EVERYONE IS TREATED AS AN INDIVIDUAL WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT

Job purpose

The Recruiting Specialist strengthens SVH’s talent pipeline by combining strategic outreach and hands-on recruiting to attract top talent, enhance candidate experience, and support long-term workforce growth through collaboration, innovation, and community partnership.

Reports To

VP of People & Engagement

Job Classification and Hours

Salaried / Exempt Employee

Qualification and Skills

· 3+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience

· Strong sourcing and candidate evaluation abilities

· Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting platforms

· Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

· Understanding of labor market trends and data-informed hiring strategies

· Collaborative mindset with ability to partner across departments

· Strategic thinker with process improvement orientation

· Preferred: Experience with internship/early talent programs and inclusive hiring practices

· Preferred: Familiarity with construction, engineering, or skilled trades industries

· Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field

Responsibilities

Recruiting

· Manage full-cycle recruitment or coordinate with departments and P&E Generalists for new hires.

· Collaborate across departments on pay rates, start dates, background checks, and role requirements.

Market Awareness & Technology Integration

· Monitor labor market trends to proactively adapt strategies for attracting top talent.

· Develop and implement strategies to attract trade talent, focusing on building a robust, long-term workforce pipeline that supports current and future business needs.

· Evaluate and integrate emerging recruitment technologies to streamline sourcing, engagement, and candidate communication.

· Share insights and recommendations with the VP of People & Engagement to align recruitment efforts with broader business needs.

Internship Program Leadership

· Own the design, coordination, and execution of the SVH internship program, including developing university and community partnerships.

· Oversee intern recruiting, onboarding, and evaluation.

· Prepare, review, and update offer letters to ensure alignment with approved templates, compensation standards, and company policies.

· Collaborate with leadership to identify intern opportunities and support conversion to full-time roles where appropriate.

Candidate Experience & Employer Branding

· Represent the company’s values and culture throughout all candidate interactions.

· Drive skilled-trades talent pipeline by supporting outreach initiatives such as Women in Construction Week, career fairs, and mentorship programs (e.g., ACE), fostering early connections and belonging from recruitment through onboarding.

· Work collaboratively to ensure a welcoming, inclusive, and professional candidate experience from first touch to onboarding.

· Support ongoing improvements to SVH’s employer brand through job postings, community engagements, and candidate communication strategies.

Other Duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT & COMPENSATION

· Portland-based, with occasional travel to other regional offices and off-site recruiting.

Compensation & Benefits

Shoestring Valley Holdings offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes:

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO plan covering naturopathic and chiropractic care), with 75% of premiums paid by the company

· Basic Life Insurance coverage

· Telemedicine access and Cancer Guard Screening Program

· Wellness Incentive Program – Active participation can reduce healthcare premiums

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· 401(k) Retirement Plan – Self-directed with access to a financial advisor (no employer match), plus a Discretionary Employer Contribution Plan

· Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

· Discretionary Annual Bonus Program

· Generous and Flexible PTO Program – Starting with 130 hours annually, in addition to 7 paid holidays

· Flexible Workweek and Collaborative Office Environment

· Employee Referral Incentive Program

· Education Assistance for continued learning and development

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status. Applications from women, minority, and under-represented group members, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Substance Abuse Screening:

Shoestring Valley complies with the Construction Industry Drug-Free Workplace. Substance abuse screening includes pre-employment, random, post-accident, and for-cause testing. Our offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of these drug screenings.

Background Check & Driving Record:

Shoestring Valley conducts a background check and driving record review of all new employees. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background and driving record investigation.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Ability to Commute:

Work Location: In person