Recruiter Jobs in Texas

Recruiter jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across technology, energy, healthcare, and professional services at every level from entry-level corporate recruiter to senior talent acquisition director. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin lead hiring volume, where large employers like Dell Technologies, ExxonMobil, and HCA Healthcare maintain substantial talent acquisition teams. The most in-demand specializations are technical recruiting, executive search, and healthcare recruiting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles353+
Top employerJobot
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring70
Work type80% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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University of North Texas
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University of North Texas
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University of North Texas
Fort Worth, Texas
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Gartner
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Gartner
Irving, Texas
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
$78k - $108k/yr
Hybrid
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10,000+

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JND
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Added 4d ago
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JND
Plano, Texas
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
$60 - $64/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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First National Bank Texas
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First National Bank Texas
Houston, Texas
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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JND
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Added 1w ago
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Plano, Texas
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
$37 - $41/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Recruiter Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
69 jobs
Austin
67 jobs
Houston
57 jobs
Irving
20 jobs
San Antonio
14 jobs
Plano
12 jobs
Fort Worth
10 jobs
Lubbock
5 jobs
Mansfield
5 jobs

Recruiter Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Jobot
    Jobot23
  • KFC
    KFC14
  • New York Life
    New York Life9
  • White Lodging
    White Lodging6
  • University of North Texas
    University of North Texas5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software41
  • Education39
  • Consulting & Professional Services34
  • Staffing & Recruiting30
  • Food & Beverage28

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in recruiter jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience using applicant tracking systems such as Workday or Taleo
  • Proven ability to manage full-cycle recruiting from sourcing through offer
  • Strong knowledge of Texas employment law and equal opportunity hiring practices
  • Professional in Human Resources certification (PHR) or SHRM-CP preferred
  • Experience recruiting for high-volume or specialized roles in Texas industries such as energy or healthcare

Recruiter Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a recruiter in Texas?

Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a recruiter, so the path typically starts with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Most employers look for candidates who have completed coursework or internships in talent acquisition, and earning a nationally recognized credential such as the SHRM-CP or PHR strengthens your candidacy considerably. Texas's large corporate headquarters in Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston are common starting points for new recruiters.

How much do recruiters make in Texas?

Recruiters in Texas earn a median of about $68,920 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,410 for the lowest 10% to over $117,060 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire recruiters in Texas?

Employers hiring recruiters in Texas right now include Jobot, KFC, and New York Life, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy companies, major health systems, and Fortune 500 headquarters means in-house talent acquisition teams here tend to be large and hire on a rolling basis.

Which Texas cities have the most recruiter jobs?

Dallas, Austin, and Houston have the most recruiter openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth's density of corporate headquarters and financial services firms drives the highest overall volume, while Houston's energy and medical center sectors sustain consistent demand, and Austin's technology industry growth continues to fuel recruiter hiring across both in-house and agency roles.

Are there remote recruiter jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. Recruiting is largely a phone, video, and digital workflow, which makes it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 20% of recruiter openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly the profession has adopted flexible work. Sourcing, screening, and coordination roles are the most commonly listed as fully remote.

How can I get hired as a recruiter in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a coordinator or recruiting assistant role, which large Texas employers like HCA Healthcare, AT&T, and major staffing agencies based in Dallas and Houston routinely post as junior positions. Lateral moves from HR generalist, administrative, or customer-facing sales roles are common and well recognized by Texas hiring managers. Completing a SHRM student membership or an HRCI aPHR certification gives candidates without direct experience a concrete credential that stands out in competitive applicant pools.

Where can I find and apply to recruiter jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to recruiter jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly through the listings.

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