The heart of all great companies is great people. We’re looking for a results-driven, innovative Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist to ensure every candidate, from executive to intern, has a world-class candidate experience. We are seeking a high performer who enjoys the thrill of the hunt for difficult to fill skill sets, exhibits a high attention to detail and process, and is driven to succeed where others may surrender to a challenge. This role is based at our headquarters in Reston, VA where you will be working alongside our amazing Talent Acquisition and People & Culture Team.
We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!
What you need to succeed:
- 5 years of full life cycle recruiting experience within the government contracting space; at least 3 years of recent experience recruiting for Top Secret (TS) security clearance or above
- Experience filling high-demand, technical positions in highly technical skillsets (Data Science, AI/ML, DevSecOps, Cloud, .Net, Java,Technical Program/Project Managers, and cybersecurity)
- Savvy sourcing strategies and creative methods (e.g. Google and Boolean searches) and utilizing tools such as ClearedJobs.net, Clearance Jobs.com, Indeed, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other social media platforms to identify potential talent
- Curiosity - you are not limited by what you did before to be successful - you are always looking to a new methodology, process, tool to be creatively successful
- Thrive working collaboratively with a team of high-performing professionals to understand business needs and share candidates
As a Sr. Technical Recruiter you will
- Execute full life cycle cleared recruiting responsibilities (need identification, sourcing key positions, screening, interviewing, negotiating, extending offers and completing hand-off for on-boarding)
- Collaborate with multiple hiring managers and stakeholders to draft compelling job postings
- Create and execute creative sourcing strategies using various job boards, tools, and social platforms
- Use metrics to enhance performance and create continuous value
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.
Don’t meet every single requirement?
Studies have shown that women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At MetroStar we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture, so, if you’re excited about this role, but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to go ahead and apply. We pride ourselves on making great matches, and you may be the perfect match for this role or another one we have. Best of luck! – The MetroStar People & Culture Team
What we want you to know:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
MetroStar Systems is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of MetroStar Systems.
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What We Do
MetroStar is a digital services and management consulting company specializing in emerging technologies within the public sector. MetroStar is a mission accelerator - we embrace disruptions in tech to propel progress. Through our user-centric capabilities, we create new paths to government innovation and shape thoughtful outcomes for the people.