What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recruiter position at Bass Pro Shops?
ABOUT THE ROLE – YOUR NEXT BIG CATCH:
At Bass Pro Shops, we don’t just find great talent, we scout trailblazers who help bring our legendary outdoor culture to life. Our Recruiters are true Talent Guides, connecting passionate people to meaningful work while partnering closely with Hiring Managers to build world‑class teams.
You’ll cast wide nets, track down top talent, and fish in every kind of talent pool, always staying curious, proactive, and one step ahead. From crafting proactive pipelines to delivering a high‑touch experience that keeps candidates hooked from first cast to final offer, you’ll create a hiring journey that feels as warm as a campfire at dusk and as smooth as an early morning on the water. If you love relationship‑building, fast‑paced days, and helping people find their perfect fit, this is your next adventure.
WHAT YOU’LL BE TRACKING:
- Cast the Right Net: Design and execute multi‑channel sourcing strategies to build strong talent pools for current and future roles.
- Partner Like a Pro: Communicate with Hiring Managers in a timely and proactive way while guiding them through a smooth, effective hiring process.
- Lead the Launch: Facilitate recruitment kickoff meetings, set expectations, and ensure everyone is aligned from first contact to final offer.
- Create Legendary Candidate Experiences: Deliver high‑touch, personalized communication that reflects our hospitality‑driven culture.
- Scout Smart: Use technical, competency‑based, and behavioral insights to identify top talent and build strong shortlists.
- Continuously Improve the Trail: Spot opportunities to enhance processes, streamline workflows, and elevate the recruitment experience.
- Stay True to the Process: Follow agreed‑upon recruitment steps to ensure consistency, fairness, and a best‑in‑class hiring journey.
- Keep Lines Tight: Market candidates effectively and ensure Hiring Managers always have the information they need to make confident decisions.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED (because adventure always brings something new).
TRAIL TESTED EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
- 5 years of full‑cycle recruiting experience
- 5 years partnering with Hiring Managers
- 5 years conducting technical, competency‑based, and behavioral interviews
- 5 years of ATS experience (Workday & Phenom preferred)
- 3 years crafting thoughtful sourcing strategies, including market mapping, Boolean searches, and external sourcing tools
SKILLS OF A SEASONED GUIDE
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Independent, adaptable, and comfortable navigating changing terrain
- Able to build and maintain strong partnerships across the business
- Works with urgency while delivering high‑quality results
- Comfortable with ATS systems (especially Workday & Phenom)
- Skilled in sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and Indeed to build talent pipelines worthy of a trophy catch
THE TERRAIN:
This role requires someone who’s comfortable navigating fast-paced days, communicating across teams, and juggling search priorities. You’ll spend most of your time at a computer, with occasional walking, standing, and light lifting. Travel may be around 10% (potentially more if remote).
You’ll operate with a high degree of independent judgment — assessing needs, recommending new approaches, and charting the best course to bring great talent into our Bass Pro Family.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.