What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Recruiter - Building Services Industry position at Valcourt Group?
We are seeking a results-driven Sales Recruiter to identify, attract, and hire top-tier sales professionals for our expanding team within the commercial building services industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the building maintenance, facilities management, or construction sectors and a proven track record in full-cycle recruitment of sales talent. This role requires a blend of recruitment expertise, industry knowledge, and strong relationship-building skills to ensure we have the best team to meet our aggressive growth goals.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and Implement Hiring Strategies: Collaborate with sales leadership and HR to design and execute a comprehensive hiring strategy tailored to the building services market.Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from initial job posting and candidate sourcing to screening, interviewing, reference checks, offer negotiation, and supporting the onboarding process.Sourcing & Talent Pipelining: Proactively source passive and active candidates using a variety of channels, including job boards, social media (like LinkedIn), industry networks, and referrals, to build a strong talent pipeline.Candidate Assessment: Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit within the organization and specific sales roles (e.g., assessing for long-term relationship-building vs. short-term lead generation skills).Industry Expertise: Evaluate candidates' knowledge of the building services industry, including an understanding of related products, services (e.g., HVAC, security, cleaning, materials), sales cycles, and competitive environment.Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with hiring managers and potential candidates to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), track key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, cost-to-hire), and report on successful hires and pipeline status to management.Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activities comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.Qualifications· Experience: 3-5 years of experience in sales recruitment or talent acquisition, with a demonstrable track record of hiring top sales talent.· Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the building services, facilities management, or construction industries is highly preferred.· Education: A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Skills:· Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.· Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).· Excellent decision-making, organizational, and time management skills to handle a high volume of recruitment activities and meet tight deadlines.· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.· Certifications (a plus): Relevant certifications such as Certified Construction Sales Professional (CCSP) or Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP).Company DescriptionValcourt Building Services works with building owners and property managers to provide preventative maintenance, repairs, safety consulting, and comprehensive building envelope restorations to extend the life of a structure and protect property value. Valcourt works on commercial office buildings, high-rise residential buildings, parking garages, stadiums, hospitality buildings, and healthcare buildings.For 35 years Valcourt has grown from a small window cleaning company serving the Washington, DC area into one of the largest exterior maintenance companies in the country. We proudly serve clients from our offices in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, and Texas.