Contract Recruiter Jobs in California
Contract Recruiter jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand from tech, healthcare, entertainment, and professional services firms at every level from coordinator through senior recruiter. The largest concentrations of openings are in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Google, Kaiser Permanente, and Northrop Grumman consistently bring on contract recruiting talent. High-volume talent acquisition, technical recruiting for engineering and product roles, and diversity recruiting are the specialties California employers request most often. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Nex is on a mission to help families rediscover the joy of movement. Created by parents for parents, Nex combines technology and play to deliver fun, social, and interactive experiences powered by natural body motion, encouraging kids and adults to move more, play more, and have fun together. Nex Playground, the company's award-winning active play system, is purpose-built to get families moving year-round, with safety and privacy as core considerations in its intentional design. It is certified kidSAFE+ COPPA compliant and built to support healthy, active play for all ages and abilities.
Nex Playground features a growing library of 50+ experiences, including motion and dance games, fitness and educational experiences, and Nex Originals. Content includes collaborations with partners like Hasbro, Sesame Workshop, and NBCUniversal. Nex has been recognized by Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, TIME's Best Inventions, and Parents' Best Entertainment System for Families, and has earned Red Dot, IDEA, and Core77 international design awards. We encourage you to explore Have Fun and Is Motion Gaming Back?, as they offer a deeper look into our culture, values, and explain how our approach to motion gaming differs from previous generations.
To protect yourself from recruitment scams, please note that Nex communicates through official company emails ending in @nex.inc. If you receive a suspicious email or message, please do not respond and report it immediately to us.
Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid — min. 2 days/week onsite)
Hourly Pay Rate: USD 35.00 – USD 45.00 / hour (Non-Exempt)
Type: 12-month Full-Time contract with the possibility of conversion to FTE**
Reports to: Director of Recruiting
About the Role
At Nex, we believe that how we hire is just as important as who we hire. As Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist , you'll be part of the engine that makes that possible — ensuring every candidate, recruiter, and hiring manager experiences a hiring process that's thoughtful, fast, and human.
You'll partner closely with our US and Hong Kong Talent Acquisition teams, connecting the dots across interviews, feedback, and offers so nothing falls through the cracks. This role calls for someone who thrives on details, moves quickly without losing warmth, and understands that a great candidate experience is built one touchpoint at a time.
Beyond interview logistics, you'll also have the opportunity to contribute to recruitment projects and process improvements, gaining exposure to broader talent acquisition operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a people-centric, scaling organization and wants to be part of building an exceptional hiring experience.
Candidates with less experience may be considered for the Talent Acquisition Operations Coordinator position.
What You'll Do
- Own interview scheduling and post-interview debriefs across US and Hong Kong offices and time zones, keeping candidates, recruiters, and hiring teams aligned from first call to final round.
- Collect and consolidate interview feedback to help hiring teams make faster, better-informed decisions.
- Manage job postings end-to-end — drafting, publishing, updating, and closing requisitions across platforms.
- Keep candidates informed and engaged on their application status throughout the process.
- Track key recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, source of hire, interview-to-offer ratio, and offer acceptance rate.
- Prepare weekly and monthly recruitment reports and dashboards for the Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.
- Support new hires through onboarding, helping them land smoothly in their first weeks.
- Contribute to recruitment planning, including research on job titles, compensation benchmarks, and market trends.
- Get involved in broader TA initiatives and projects as they come up, gaining exposure to different areas of Talent Acquisition.
What You Bring
- 3+ year of experience supporting recruitment coordination or Talent Acquisition functions.
- Experience supporting high-volume interview coordination, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple interview processes simultaneously across teams, locations, and time zones
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and deadlines effectively.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and agile, with the ability to respond effectively to last-minute changes.
- Proficient in applicant tracking systems (ATS) i.e. Greenhouse
- Collaborative team player with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English, able to connect effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment while independently managing responsibilities
- Able to work hybrid (min. 2 days/week) in San Jose, CA
We Offer
- Competitive compensation package.
- Flexible working hours and vacation policy.
- Product-driven culture that treasures talents and individual growth.
- Front-row seat and hands-on experience with cutting edge technologies in the evolving gaming field
Nex is located in San Jose, California, USA and Hong Kong. Learn more about us at nex.inc/who-we-are.
We encourage applications even if you don't meet more than 50% of the requirements — we believe that experience comes in many forms!
Nex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all individuals at every stage of the employment relationship, including all current and prospective employees, and covers all employment decisions including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination.
We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
Nex is on a mission to help families rediscover the joy of movement. Created by parents for parents, Nex combines technology and play to deliver fun, social, and interactive experiences powered by natural body motion, encouraging kids and adults to move more, play more, and have fun together. Nex Playground, the company's award-winning active play system, is purpose-built to get families moving year-round, with safety and privacy as core considerations in its intentional design. It is certified kidSAFE+ COPPA compliant and built to support healthy, active play for all ages and abilities.
Nex Playground features a growing library of 50+ experiences, including motion and dance games, fitness and educational experiences, and Nex Originals. Content includes collaborations with partners like Hasbro, Sesame Workshop, and NBCUniversal. Nex has been recognized by Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, TIME's Best Inventions, and Parents' Best Entertainment System for Families, and has earned Red Dot, IDEA, and Core77 international design awards. We encourage you to explore Have Fun and Is Motion Gaming Back?, as they offer a deeper look into our culture, values, and explain how our approach to motion gaming differs from previous generations.
To protect yourself from recruitment scams, please note that Nex communicates through official company emails ending in @nex.inc. If you receive a suspicious email or message, please do not respond and report it immediately to us.
Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid — min. 2 days/week onsite)
Hourly Pay Rate: USD 35.00 – USD 45.00 / hour (Non-Exempt)
Type: 12-month Full-Time contract with the possibility of conversion to FTE**
Reports to: Director of Recruiting
About the Role
At Nex, we believe that how we hire is just as important as who we hire. As Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist , you'll be part of the engine that makes that possible — ensuring every candidate, recruiter, and hiring manager experiences a hiring process that's thoughtful, fast, and human.
You'll partner closely with our US and Hong Kong Talent Acquisition teams, connecting the dots across interviews, feedback, and offers so nothing falls through the cracks. This role calls for someone who thrives on details, moves quickly without losing warmth, and understands that a great candidate experience is built one touchpoint at a time.
Beyond interview logistics, you'll also have the opportunity to contribute to recruitment projects and process improvements, gaining exposure to broader talent acquisition operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a people-centric, scaling organization and wants to be part of building an exceptional hiring experience.
Candidates with less experience may be considered for the Talent Acquisition Operations Coordinator position.
What You'll Do
- Own interview scheduling and post-interview debriefs across US and Hong Kong offices and time zones, keeping candidates, recruiters, and hiring teams aligned from first call to final round.
- Collect and consolidate interview feedback to help hiring teams make faster, better-informed decisions.
- Manage job postings end-to-end — drafting, publishing, updating, and closing requisitions across platforms.
- Keep candidates informed and engaged on their application status throughout the process.
- Track key recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, source of hire, interview-to-offer ratio, and offer acceptance rate.
- Prepare weekly and monthly recruitment reports and dashboards for the Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.
- Support new hires through onboarding, helping them land smoothly in their first weeks.
- Contribute to recruitment planning, including research on job titles, compensation benchmarks, and market trends.
- Get involved in broader TA initiatives and projects as they come up, gaining exposure to different areas of Talent Acquisition.
What You Bring
- 3+ year of experience supporting recruitment coordination or Talent Acquisition functions.
- Experience supporting high-volume interview coordination, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple interview processes simultaneously across teams, locations, and time zones
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and deadlines effectively.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and agile, with the ability to respond effectively to last-minute changes.
- Proficient in applicant tracking systems (ATS) i.e. Greenhouse
- Collaborative team player with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English, able to connect effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment while independently managing responsibilities
- Able to work hybrid (min. 2 days/week) in San Jose, CA
We Offer
- Competitive compensation package.
- Flexible working hours and vacation policy.
- Product-driven culture that treasures talents and individual growth.
- Front-row seat and hands-on experience with cutting edge technologies in the evolving gaming field
Nex is located in San Jose, California, USA and Hong Kong. Learn more about us at nex.inc/who-we-are.
We encourage applications even if you don't meet more than 50% of the requirements — we believe that experience comes in many forms!
Nex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all individuals at every stage of the employment relationship, including all current and prospective employees, and covers all employment decisions including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination.
We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contract recruiter jobs across California.
- Two or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a corporate or agency setting
- Demonstrated experience sourcing and screening candidates for technical or specialized roles
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, or iCIMS
- Ability to manage high-volume requisition loads and meet time-to-fill targets
- Strong communication skills for partnering with California-based hiring managers
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, psychology, or a related field
Contract Recruiter Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a contract recruiter in California?
Contract recruiting in California requires no state-issued license, so the path runs through experience and credentials rather than a licensing board. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, along with hands-on recruiting experience from a staffing agency or in-house talent team. Earning a Professional in Human Resources credential from the HR Certification Institute or a SHRM-CP through the Society for Human Resource Management strengthens your candidacy considerably in California's competitive market.
How much do contract recruiters make in California?
Contract recruiters in California earn a median of about $83,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,770 for the lowest 10% to over $151,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire contract recruiters in California?
Employers hiring contract recruiters in California right now include Anduril, Applus, and NEX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, large healthcare systems, and major defense and entertainment companies means contract recruiting demand stays consistent across a wide range of industries throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most contract recruiter jobs?
Costa Mesa, San Jose, and San Francisco have the most contract recruiter openings in California right now. The Bay Area leads because of its dense cluster of technology and life sciences headquarters, while Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment, media, and healthcare employers, and San Diego's biotech corridor and defense contractors generate steady contract recruiting needs of their own.
Are there remote contract recruiter jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields, since recruiting work is desk-based and phone-driven by nature. About 80% of contract recruiter openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. Sourcing, screening, and coordination tasks are the most commonly performed remotely, while on-site presence is more often expected for high-touch executive searches or roles embedded directly within a client's facilities team.
How can I get hired as a contract recruiter in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a California staffing or talent solutions agency, where coordinators and sourcing assistants gain full-cycle exposure quickly. Large California employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Northrop Grumman, and major tech firms run recruiting coordinator programs that serve as structured on-ramps. Moving laterally from HR generalist, administrative, or customer-facing roles is also common. Earning a SHRM-CP or Professional in Human Resources credential before applying signals commitment and gives candidates an edge over others without direct recruiting experience.
Where can I find and apply to contract recruiter jobs in California?
You can find and apply to contract recruiter jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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