Temporary Recruiter at Opportunity Finance Network – Washington, District of Columbia

Engagement Details:

This is a temporary role anticipated to last approximately six (6) months, with the possibility of extension based on organizational needs. Full-time availability (40 hours/week) is preferred; reduced hours may be considered. Hourly rate: $45/hour.

Position Summary:

The Temporary Recruiter will play a critical role in supporting OFN’s growth by delivering high-quality, full-cycle recruiting services across a range of roles. Partnering closely with hiring managers and People Operations leadership, this individual will design and execute thoughtful sourcing strategies, manage end-to-end hiring processes, and ensure a consistent, compliant, and positive candidate experience. The Temporary Recruiter will also contribute to continuous improvement of OFN’s talent acquisition practices through data, process discipline, and inclusive hiring approaches.

OFN is the nation’s leading investment intermediary and network CDFIs serving rural, urban, and Native communities across the United States. With over $1 billion in total assets under management, OFN manages a national membership network of over 490 mission-driven lenders and CDFIs, including community development loan funds, credit unions, green banks, community development banks, minority depository institutions, and venture capital funds. OFN is a trusted investment partner to the public, private, and philanthropic sectors – foundations, corporations, banks, government agencies, and others. For more than 40 years, our team has helped partners invest in communities to catalyze change and create economic opportunities for people and places traditional finance doesn’t reach.

To learn more, visit www.ofn.org

People who work at OFN come from a variety of professional and academic backgrounds. If you have:

• Passion for the mission and true believer in our core purpose.
• Courage to be a fearless advocate who is confident and resilient in our fight to drive capital into low-income communities.
• Smart, quick seekers of knowledge who thrive on creating and developing new strategies, products, and programs for increasing capital to communities we serve.
• Desire to be a collaborative team player who possesses humility and a willingness to lean in all areas of our work.

Come be a part of our growing diverse, highly committed, skilled, and collaborative staff. At OFN, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply nonetheless. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

***This position is based in Washington, D.C. All staff currently work a hybrid schedule.***

Core Responsibilities:

• Partner with hiring managers to scope, plan, and launch new searches, including conducting intake meetings and clarifying role requirements and success criteria.
• Manage full cycle recruiting, including requisition setup and approvals, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer development and closing, candidate dispositioning, and requisition closure.
• Develop and maintain strong pipelines of qualified candidates using a variety of sourcing channels and proactive outreach strategies.
• Represent and promote OFN's employer brand through professional, values aligned interactions with candidates and external communities.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of candidate activity within the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Ensure a high quality, equitable candidate experience through clear communication, timely updates, and feedback collection.
• Partner with People Operations leadership to track, analyze, and report on key recruiting metrics to inform hiring strategy and process improvements.
• Support onboarding activities to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
• Adhere to all applicable employment laws, regulations, and OFN hiring standards, with a demonstrated commitment to inclusive and equitable hiring practices.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; or equivalent professional experience (5+ years) in a recruiting or talent acquisition role.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM CP) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing full cycle recruiting, ideally within a nonprofit or mission driven organization.
• Proven success recruiting and cultivating diverse talent pipelines.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems and LinkedIn Recruiter; familiarity with Paylocity Recruiting strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of recruiting methodologies, sourcing techniques, and structured interviewing best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence, coach, and advise hiring stakeholders.
• Demonstrated cross cultural competence and commitment to inclusive hiring practices that advance belonging and equity.
• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and follow-through across all stages of the hiring process.
• Working knowledge of applicable employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort using collaboration and project management tools (e.g., Asana).

Working Conditions

• Hybrid role with 2-days working in DC Office required
• No travel required.
• Role involves standard physical requirements of an office-based position.

Supervisor: SVP People Operations

FLSA Status: Temporary/Non Exempt

EOE