Recruitment Associate

About the Organization

The Knights of Columbus is a tax-exempt Catholic fraternal benefit society that provides financial security to members and their families through life insurance, long-term care insurance, disability income insurance, investment, and annuity products. Charity is central to our mission: over the past ten years, we have donated $1.73 billion to help those in need and support our faith. While we employ individuals of diverse backgrounds, our investment strategies and employee benefits align with Catholic Church teachings. We support the pro-life cause, oppose assisted suicide and euthanasia, evangelize the Catholic faith, and aid Christians facing religious persecution in the Middle East. Our community of two million members volunteers to assist others in parishes and communities worldwide.

About the Role

The Recruitment Associate supports the Field Agent (FA) recruitment team by executing key programs, managing recruiting operations, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience from lead generation through onboarding. This role partners closely with Field leadership, HRIS, and onboarding teams to drive recruitment efficiency, reporting accuracy, and program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment Program Administration
  • Partner with Regional Recruiters as an administrative support resource for their General Agents' overall recruiting strategy.
  • Coordinate the Kaplan Licensing Program, including candidate enrollment, progress tracking, and communication with participants and stakeholders.
• Candidate Outreach & Engagement
  • Administer LinkedIn Recruiter sourcing strategy for General Agents across North America.
  • Conduct proactive phone outreach to National Marketing leads to qualify interest, provide information on opportunities, and route viable candidates to appropriate Field leaders.
  • Maintain consistent follow-up and engagement with prospective candidates to improve conversion rates.
• Reporting & Analytics
  • Produce and distribute weekly and monthly ADP recruitment reports to Field leadership and internal stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain the Recruiting Dashboard for EOSK, including:
    • Year-to-date goals versus actual performance for each General Agent (GA).
    • Key recruiting metrics and trends to support decision-making.
• Process Support & Continuous Improvement
  • Partner with HRIS and onboarding teams to ensure accurate data flow and a seamless transition from candidate to new hire.
  • Build working knowledge of ADP systems and support future transition efforts to SuccessFactors, including process documentation and system alignment.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline recruitment workflows and improve data integrity.
• Candidate Experience & Insights
  • Support or conduct exit interviews for candidates or new agents, capturing feedback and identifying trends to inform recruitment and retention strategies.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in recruiting coordination, HR operations, or administrative support.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Experience working with HRIS systems (ADP preferred; SuccessFactors a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Execution & Follow-Through.
• Data & Reporting Acumen.
• Customer (Candidate) Focus.
• Collaboration & Partnership.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset.

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of the workday.

Pay

The wage for this role is $72,000 (Connecticut-based). Compensation considers skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and business needs. The Knights of Columbus reserves the right to adjust the wage range if the position is performed in another location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.

Benefits

• Time Away
  • 13 paid holidays per year in addition to vacation and paid sick leave.
  • Flexible workweek schedules.
• Professional Development
  • Certifications, designation, and tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement Benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions.
  • Cash balance retirement plans fully funded by the company.
• Health and Wellness
  • Short-term disability and term life insurance fully paid for by the company.
  • Up to 12 weeks of childbirth leave under STD policy.
  • One week of fully paid parental leave for all new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
  • A variety of health insurance options, including premium-level family coverage and a pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions. (Note: The Order's health plans do not cover abortion, sterilization, or contraception.)
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • Dental and vision insurance.
  • Health club membership reimbursement.
  • Employee Assistance Program.