Contingent Labor Specialist

Job Summary
Our client, a leading communications provider, is seeking a Contingent Labor Specialist to join their team! This is an early-career, relationship-driven position supporting the daily operations of a large contingent labor program. The Contingent Labor Specialist will work closely with hiring managers, staffing suppliers, contingent workers, and internal business partners throughout the contractor lifecycle. This could be a great next step for someone with staffing agency, recruiting, HR, or workforce operations experience who wants to transition from traditional recruiting into program operations.

This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third-party firms or C2C arrangements for this role.

Core Responsibilities

• Support hiring managers with contingent labor requests, including job postings, candidate submissions, onboarding, assignment changes, extensions, and offboarding
• Conduct intake conversations with hiring managers to understand their needs and guide them through the contingent hiring process
• Serve as a liaison between hiring managers, staffing suppliers, contingent workers, and internal business partners
• Manage job postings and contractor information within a Vendor Management System
• Train hiring managers on VMS processes, program procedures, and documentation requirements
• Maintain accurate records related to contractor assignments, onboarding requirements, extensions, and end dates
• Monitor compliance documentation and follow up when information is missing or overdue
• Help hiring managers determine which staffing suppliers may be best suited for their needs
• Respond to questions and troubleshoot basic process or system issues
• Navigate difficult conversations and help resolve concerns between business partners and staffing suppliers
• Compile program data, prepare summaries, and track key performance indicators
• Participate in process improvement efforts that strengthen program operations
• Escalate complex issues to senior team members when additional guidance is needed

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• 1+ years of experience in staffing, recruiting, HR operations, workforce management, or a related area
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence communicating by phone, email, and virtual meetings
• Ability to build relationships with hiring managers, staffing suppliers, and internal partners
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable handling conflict, asking questions, and adjusting as business needs change
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)

• Experience working for a staffing agency or supporting contract staffing
• Exposure to a Managed Service Provider or contingent workforce program
• Experience working within a Vendor Management System, such as SAP Fieldglass
• Familiarity with contractor onboarding, offboarding, compliance, and assignment management
• Experience supporting hiring managers or working with external staffing suppliers
• Basic reporting and KPI tracking experience

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Strong stakeholder relationship building
• Clear and professional communication
• Quick adaption to changing priorities
• Collaborate effectively and escalate when needed

Work Environment

• Location: Denver, CO
• Hybrid: 4 days onsite

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $28.00 and $40.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

About KellyMitchell
At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.

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