Junior Recruiter
Work Schedule: Hybrid in Tysons Corner, VA
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Junior Recruiter to support full-cycle recruiting efforts across a variety of positions. This individual will be responsible for sourcing and engaging candidates, conducting initial screenings, coordinating interviews, and helping guide candidates through the hiring process.
The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of recruiting experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and an interest in building relationships with candidates and hiring managers. Experience supporting government contracting or cybersecurity recruiting is preferred.
Major Responsibilities
- Source and identify qualified candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and other recruiting channels.
- Review resumes and assess candidates based on relevant skills, experience, and job requirements.
- Conduct initial phone screens to evaluate candidate qualifications, interest, and overall fit.
- Coordinate interviews and maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand position requirements, candidate profiles, and hiring priorities.
- Assist with developing job postings and sourcing strategies to attract qualified talent.
- Maintain accurate candidate records, update applicant tracking systems, and track recruiting activity.
- Support offer coordination and candidate follow-up through the hiring and onboarding process.
- Build and maintain candidate pipelines for current and anticipated hiring needs.
- Stay informed on recruiting trends, sourcing techniques, and industry developments.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience; or equivalent relevant professional experience.
- Experience recruiting within government contracting, federal services, or the intelligence community is a plus.
- Exposure to cybersecurity, IT, or other technical recruiting is preferred.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build relationships and establish rapport with candidates and hiring managers.
- Familiarity with candidate sourcing techniques, LinkedIn Recruiter, and job boards.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple open positions and competing priorities.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to handle confidential candidate and company information with discretion.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn and develop recruiting skills.
