Recruiting Manager - High-Volume Security and Patrol Hiring

Position: Recruiting Manager

Pay Rate: $58,000 to $62,000 annual salary DOE

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado

Schedule: Monday through Friday; Standard Office Hours

As Recruiting Manager, you will drive all hiring efforts while ensuring every applicant’s experience is positive and memorable—from the moment they apply to their first day on the job. This role is central to shaping our recruitment process, elevating our employer brand, and making sure every interaction reflects the professionalism and values of Citadel Security.

If you’re energized by people, processes, and building high-performing teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, APPLY NOW and let's get connected.

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment for both hourly and salaried positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offers.
• Build and uphold Citadel’s standards for an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring timely, respectful, and brand-aligned communication.
• Create and implement recruiting processes that reflect Citadel’s culture and core values.
• Develop structured interview guides and provide manager training to ensure fair and consistent hiring practices.
• Partner with HR to deliver smooth, well-coordinated transitions from offer acceptance through onboarding.
• Optimize our applicant tracking system (ATS) to improve hiring efficiency and accuracy.

• Lead employer branding initiatives through social media, job boards, and community outreach to strengthen our reputation as an employer of choice.
• Partner with local communities, workforce programs, schools, and veteran organizations to expand candidate pipelines and support local hiring initiatives.
• Train and mentor hiring managers on interviewing skills, candidate assessment, and inclusive recruiting practices.
• Standardize recruiting workflows, documentation, and reporting for consistency and compliance.
• Provide data-driven insights on recruiting performance and workforce trends to leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of recruitment experience, including at least 1 year in a leadership or management role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and compliance in our operating states in recruitment.
• Proven success with passive sourcing strategies and employer branding campaigns.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ATS platforms.
• Highly organized, analytical, and process oriented.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Reliable transportation required.

About Citadel Security USA

Citadel Security USA is a veteran-owned and operated security provider founded in 2007. We are a trusted industry leader in managing complex, multi-site security operations across the U.S. Our company culture values employees and emphasizes growth, training, and a service-first approach to security. We pride ourselves on being a blue-collar, employee-centered company committed to developing professionals who make a difference.

Citadel Security USA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status.