Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to join our team. In this role, you will scour all available avenues to fill our open IT positions with the best-qualified candidates. Your responsibilities will include defining hiring criteria, researching possible candidates on LinkedIn and other social media sites, and reaching out to potential hires with information about the positions. The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator with a background in human resources and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate all stages of the hiring process and recruiting strategy

Create and update technical job descriptions, requirements, and objectives

Research and source potential hires on platforms such as Stack Overflow and Github

Screen resumes for specialized IT skills and qualifications

Conduct in-person, video, and phone interviews using a variety of interview methods

Communicate with IT management to understand department goals and staffing needs

Reach out to candidates via phone and email and follow up with regular communication

Attend tech-focused conferences, job fairs, and networking events

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Experience supporting federal government contracts and/or working for a federal government contractor

Previous experience as a Technical Recruiter or related position

Familiarity with multiple interview types (structured, competency-based, stress etc)

Experience conducting interviews and background checks

Experience with sourcing tools and techniques

Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR databases

Technical knowledge sufficient to understand and explain IT job requirements

Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills

Familiarity with labor laws and legislation

Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize projects

Flexible work from home options available.