Position Title: Recruiter – Pharmacy & Corporate Department: Human Resources Reports To: Human Resources Manager

Location: Fargo, North Dakota- On Site

Job Summary

The Recruiter – Pharmacy & Corporate Talant Acquisition is responsible for full-cycle recruitment of licensed pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy operations staff, as well as providing recruiting support for corporate office roles. This role partners closely with pharmacy leadership and corporate hiring managers to ensure timely, compliant, and high-quality hiring that supports both frontline pharmacy operations and corporate business needs.

Key Responsibilities Pharmacy Talent Acquisition Lead full-cycle recruitment for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, interns, and pharmacy support roles

Source licensed pharmacy professionals through job boards, professional associations, schools of pharmacy, and networking

Build and maintain a strong pipeline of active and passive pharmacy candidates

Screen candidates for licensure eligibility, credentials, certifications, and regulatory compliance

Coordinate interviews with pharmacy managers and regional leadership

Extend offers and negotiate compensation within approved guidelines

Support high-volume hiring for new store openings, seasonal needs, and turnover coverage

Corporate Office Recruiting Support

Manage full-cycle recruitment for corporate roles (HR, finance, accounting, marketing, IT, operations, customer service, and leadership)

Partner with corporate hiring managers to define job requirements, competencies, and hiring timelines

Post and manage job openings across ATS and external platforms

Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate hiring panels

Support internal transfers, promotions, and succession planning efforts

Sourcing & Employer Branding

Develop targeted sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill pharmacist and technical roles

Leverage social media, referrals, career fairs, and campus recruiting initiatives

Build relationships with pharmacy schools, residency programs, and professional organizations

Promote the employer brand to attract top pharmacy and corporate talent

Represent the organization at job fairs and community recruiting events

Candidate Experience & Onboarding Support

Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process

Ensure a positive, professional, and responsive candidate experience

Coordinate background checks, drug screens, and credential verification

Partner with HR and pharmacy leadership to support onboarding and orientation

Ensure smooth transitions from offer acceptance to first day of employment

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure all recruiting activities comply with federal, state, and pharmacy-specific employment laws

Maintain accurate and confidential records in the applicant tracking system (ATS)

Support diversity, equity, and inclusion hiring initiatives

Monitor licensure requirements, continuing education standards, and regulatory changes impacting pharmacy hiring

Metrics, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Track and report key recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness)

Analyze hiring trends and labor market conditions for pharmacists and corporate roles

Provide regular updates to leadership on hiring progress and pipeline health

Identify process improvements to enhance recruiting efficiency and quality-of-hire

Work Environment & Travel

This role is primarily office-based, with regular travel to pharmacy locations, career fairs, schools of pharmacy, and recruiting events.

Travel may include same-day and occasional overnight trips to support hiring needs, new store openings, and relationship-building with pharmacy leaders and academic partners.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)

3–7 years of recruiting experience, preferably in healthcare or pharmacy staffing

Experience recruiting licensed professionals (e.g., pharmacists, nurses, or other clinicians)

Strong knowledge of employment laws and credentialing practices

Proficiency with ATS platforms and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Workday)

Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills

Preferred:

Experience recruiting for retail, hospital, or specialty pharmacy environments

Familiarity with pharmacy licensure requirements and regulatory standards

Experience supporting corporate professional and leadership hiring

HR or recruiting certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)

Campus recruiting or residency program recruiting experience

Key Skills & Competencies

Healthcare & pharmacy recruiting expertise

Candidate sourcing & pipeline development

Interviewing & assessment

Negotiation & offer management

Stakeholder partnership (pharmacy leaders & corporate managers)

Compliance & credential verification

Data analysis & recruitment reporting

Time management & multitasking

Confidentiality & professionalism

We offer competitive wages, medical, dental, vision, life, 401k, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, paid holidays and vacations, and a store discount for you and your family.

Thrifty White Pharmacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pharmacy Innovator of the Year by Drug Store News