Recruiter III/Senior Recruiter (Knoxville, TN or Atlanta, GA)

Position Title: Recruiter III  (Non – LO – No Consumer Contact)  

Department: Human Resources

Job Status:  Full-time/Salary 

Office Requirement: Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 remote)

Reports to: Talent Acquisition Manager Amount of Travel:  As needed (if hire is located in Knoxville, quarterly travel required to Silverton Headquarters Atlanta, GA)

Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc. (VMF) was established in 1974 and currently services over 150,000 loans. Our strength as an organization is rooted in the quality of our people and products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce.  Furthermore, we are financially strong, with a reputation for leading the industry with unsurpassed products, a broad range of services, and a coast-to-coast presence.  We are professionally strong, from entry level to more experienced positions, we are actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. As a member of our team, we will equip you for success. You will enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work-life balance. 

JOB SUMMARY  

The Recruiter III oversees the full spectrum of sales recruiting and talent acquisition for Mortgage Loan Officers who can drive revenue growth and contribute positively to Silverton Mortgage’s success. This role provides the plans and guidance for identifying, assessing, and hiring top talent into the MLO role. As a leader in the recruitment space, the Recruiter III serves as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, delivers an exceptional candidate experience, and consistently meets or exceeds key performance indicators (KPIs).   

JOB FUNCTIONS  

Talent Acquisition of MLOs 

• Leads the development and execution of Talent Acquisition strategies for the Mortgage Loan Originator role, ensuring there are candidates to fill existing vacancies and a pipeline of qualified candidates available for future vacancies.  

• Serves as a Trusted Advisor to hiring managers, providing guidance and solutions to address their hiring needs, inform them of market trends, and ensure seamless alignment between talent acquisition practices and business objectives. 

• Partners closely with sales leadership to understand specific needs of the sales team and develop tailored recruiting strategies. 

• Fill approximately 10-15 Retail MLO roles and 10 -15 Properties MLO roles per year. Forecast hiring needs with VP of Sales before a new fiscal year; conduct quarterly check-ins on hiring goals and pipeline status.  

• Ensures Talent Acquisition practices incorporate Boundless diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging principles.  

• Ensures strict compliance and operational efficiency in the review of employment applications, background checks, and drug screens, safeguarding the organization against potential legal, financial, or reputational risks. 

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