Contract Recruiter (Freelance / Short-Term Engagement)

<p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Diversified Botanics is a high-performance wellness company redefining what operational excellence looks like.</strong> We value speed, precision, and accountability—and we hire individuals who bring the same mindset to every shift. This is a culture for people who take pride in doing things well, at pace, and as part of a tight-knit team.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Rapidly source and screen candidates for multiple open roles across functional areas.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Apply <strong>Topgrading methodology</strong> and structured behavioral interviewing to evaluate performance and culture fit.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Utilize <strong>AI-driven recruiting tools</strong> and automations to accelerate sourcing, outreach, and candidate assessment.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Manage the full candidate lifecycle in <strong>Ashby ATS</strong>, ensuring process precision and data integrity.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Deliver weekly reporting on pipeline velocity, conversion metrics, and quality benchmarks.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Partner with HR leadership to align sourcing strategies with defined hiring goals and timelines.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Uphold Diversified Botanics’ high-performance hiring standards and contribute to continuous improvement of recruiting workflows.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>You’ll Thrive Here If You</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Take pride in execution and move fast without losing precision.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Treat recruiting as both an art and a performance discipline — data-driven, instinct-informed.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Manage your time well and operate with autonomy and accountability.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Use AI tools to enhance judgment, not replace it.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Communicate clearly and proactively with hiring managers and HR leadership.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Thrive in a culture that rewards speed, clarity, and measurable results.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>You May Struggle Here If You</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Rely heavily on others to set priorities or pace your work.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Resist structure, feedback, or data-backed evaluation systems.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Prefer open-ended processes over defined frameworks like Topgrading.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Value activity over measurable results.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>What You Bring</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>5+ years of recruiting experience</strong>, including sourcing and screening for senior or high-impact roles.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Proven ability to deliver results in a <strong>fast-moving, process-oriented environment.</strong></p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Demonstrated fluency with <strong>Ashby ATS</strong> and experience leveraging <strong>AI tools</strong> to accelerate hiring.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Strong understanding of <strong>Topgrading</strong> or other structured assessment methodologies.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Excellent written and verbal communication skills and sound operational judgment.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Alignment with our values: <strong>urgency, ownership, accuracy, and cross-functional clarity.</strong></p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Experience managing multiple requisitions with clear performance targets.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Ability to work independently and deliver measurable outcomes.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Strong sourcing, screening, and candidate communication skills.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Familiarity with digital tools, ATS platforms, and structured workflows.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Proven ability to adapt quickly and maintain accuracy under pressure.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Prior experience recruiting in high-performance or scaling organizations.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Hands-on experience with AI recruiting platforms or automations.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Familiarity with Topgrading, behavioral interview design, and candidate scoring.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">History of improving recruiting systems, metrics, or workflows.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Compensation & Structure</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Hourly contract:</strong> $50–$70/hour, depending on experience and performance.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Engagement:</strong> 20–30 hours/week for 4–8 weeks (potential for extension).</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Work arrangement:</strong> Fully remote, U.S.-based.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">This is an <strong>independent contractor engagement</strong>. Contractors are not eligible for employee benefits or participation in employee programs.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>EEO Statement</strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">Diversified Botanics is proud to be an equal opportunity organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all contractors, consultants, and employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Work Eligibility & Accommodations</strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">Contractors must be authorized to work in the U.S. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the selection process upon request.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Ready to contribute at a higher standard? </strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">Apply now to join a team where every shift matters—and your effort earns real respect. We’re not chasing volume. We’re looking for alignment.</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>Recruitment Agencies</strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">Diversified Botanics does not work with external recruiting agencies. Please do not forward resumes, approach our team, or contact us regarding these openings. All candidates must apply directly to be considered.</p>