Part Time Recruiting Assistant (Must Reside in a HUBZone Certified Area)

About Niyam IT, Inc. (Niyam)

Niyam IT was founded in 2007 by a group of consultants who shared a unique vision: a technology company steeped in orderly process yet driven by passion and innovation. Over the following decade, we fine-tuned our craft and built an impressive track record of successful outcomes, securing our reputation as the go-to provider of smart, innovative solutions. Today, Niyam is at the forefront of the industry, leading the way in crafting mission-critical technologies for Emergency Preparedness & Response, Natural Resource Management, Law Enforcement & Justice, Health IT, and Global Citizen Services.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work remotely 10 hours per week between the hours of 9a-5p eastern Monday through Friday.
• Identifies appropriate candidates and assesses their qualifications through review of their resumes, interviews, and other forms of communications.
• Schedules interviews; oversees preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
• Connects qualified candidates with Talent Acquisition Manager.
• Vets potential employees’ credentials.
• Maintains contact with candidates to keep them apprised of the status of their applications.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Aids in the development and revision of specifications and job descriptions for selected positions.
• Provides clerical support to the Talent Acquisition Team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Must live in HUB Zone certified area.
• Associate’s degree in related field required.
• Prior related office experience preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systems.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn remote work environments.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience supporting recruiting, HR, or administrative functions.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) or a strong interest in learning recruiting tools and processes.
• Experience coordinating schedules, communicating with candidates, or supporting interview logistics.
• Comfort working in a detail-oriented, compliance-focused environment and collaborating with multiple teams in a remote environment.

Application Deadline

This position will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

About Niyam IT, Inc.

Niyam IT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.