Entry Level Operational Lead Jobs
New grad operational lead jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong track of internship work or hands-on project involvement can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Banking & Financial Services, Manufacturing, and Education, with employers like The Mice Groups, City National Bank of Florida, and TTX hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: HR Operational Recruiter - Part Time
Reports to: Business Unit Leader
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Schedule: Monday through Friday (9:00am to 2:00pm) - 20 hours per week
Will be sitting at our Elkhart Location
The Recruiter will research, develop, and implement effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for the organization.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the recruitment process.
- Collaborates with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
- Identifies and implements efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and the needs of the organization.
- Assists with job posting and advertisement processes.
- Screens applications and selects qualified candidates.
- Schedules interviews; oversees preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
- Assists with interview process, attending and conducting interviews with managers, directors, and other stakeholders, as needed.
- Collaborates with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent information.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
- Attends and participates in college job fairs and recruiting sessions.
- Special Projects assigned, per business need.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Education, prior work experience and specialized skills and knowledge:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field, or equivalent work experience, required.
- SHRM CP preferred.
- SHRM’s Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics.
- Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles.
- Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment.
- Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systems.
- Proficient with Microsoft office Suite or related software.
Physical environment/working conditions:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 lb. at times.
- Travel as needed.
Job Title: HR Operational Recruiter - Part Time
Reports to: Business Unit Leader
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Schedule: Monday through Friday (9:00am to 2:00pm) - 20 hours per week
Will be sitting at our Elkhart Location
The Recruiter will research, develop, and implement effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for the organization.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the recruitment process.
- Collaborates with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
- Identifies and implements efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and the needs of the organization.
- Assists with job posting and advertisement processes.
- Screens applications and selects qualified candidates.
- Schedules interviews; oversees preparation of interview questions and other hiring and selection materials.
- Assists with interview process, attending and conducting interviews with managers, directors, and other stakeholders, as needed.
- Collaborates with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent information.
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
- Attends and participates in college job fairs and recruiting sessions.
- Special Projects assigned, per business need.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Education, prior work experience and specialized skills and knowledge:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field, or equivalent work experience, required.
- SHRM CP preferred.
- SHRM’s Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics.
- Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for a variety of roles.
- Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment.
- Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn applicant-tracking software or other recruitment systems.
- Proficient with Microsoft office Suite or related software.
Physical environment/working conditions:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 lb. at times.
- Travel as needed.
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Entry Level Operational Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level operational lead job?
Focus on demonstrating organizational skills, comfort with cross-functional coordination, and any hands-on experience managing workflows, even from internships, campus organizations, or part-time work. Employers hiring at this level typically value candidates who can communicate clearly, adapt quickly, and show initiative. Highlighting a specific project where you improved a process or kept a team on schedule gives your application a concrete edge.
Which companies hire entry level operational leads?
Companies hiring entry level operational leads right now include The Mice Groups, City National Bank of Florida, and TTX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from growth-stage companies, logistics and fulfillment operations, and larger organizations with structured rotational or associate programs designed for candidates early in their careers.
Are there remote entry level operational lead jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level skew on-site given the hands-on coordination these roles involve. About 42% of entry level operational lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options do exist for candidates who need flexibility. Searching by location preference in your results will surface those openings quickly.
Are these new grad operational lead jobs?
Yes, many of the listings here are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience, accepts internship work or academic projects as qualifying background, or invites candidates who can demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills rather than a long resume.
Which industries hire the most entry level operational leads?
Entry Level operational lead roles concentrate in Banking & Financial Services, Manufacturing, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because their day-to-day operations rely on coordinators and junior leads who can manage processes, support teams, and keep projects moving from the ground up.