Full-Cycle Talent Acquisition Specialist - National Security

Arete Associates; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Arete Associates is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment for DoD programs from an in-office hub. You will partner with technical and corporate teams to hire high-quality talent while ensuring compliance with DoD requirements.

The role requires 4+ years of full-cycle recruitment, experience with ADP Workforce Now, and eligibility for Top-Secret clearance. Candidates should be detail-oriented, confidential, and capable of coordinating interviews and onboarding

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment
• Current experience using ADP Workforce Now Recruitment Module
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws pertaining to recruitment activities
• Ability to conduct behavioral and competency-based interviews
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow recruitment processes
• Strong communication skills with confidentiality in sensitive environments
• Eligible to obtain and hold a Top-Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Assist with end-to-end recruitment for a diverse range of roles supporting DoD programs, including both technical and administrative positions.
• Oversee onboarding processes such as background checks, security clearance verifications, and other compliance requirements.
• Recruit and screen candidates ensuring alignment with current company needs.
• Collaborate with hiring managers, security teams, and other departments to facilitate smooth hiring and onboarding experience.
• Handle candidate communications and interview coordination with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Utilize sourcing tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter, ClearanceJobs, and similar platforms, to identify and engage qualified candidates.
• Support HR and Talent Acquisition initiatives and assist with process improvements as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate data and recruitment metrics in applicant tracking systems and other HR platforms.

Skills

Top-Secret clearance eligibility

ADP Workforce Now

Education

PHR or similar certification

Degree in Human Resource Management

Job description

Arete Associates is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment for DoD programs from an in-office hub. You will partner with technical and corporate teams to hire high-quality talent while ensuring compliance with DoD requirements.

The role requires 4+ years of full-cycle recruitment, experience with ADP Workforce Now, and eligibility for Top-Secret clearance. Candidates should be detail-oriented, confidential, and capable of coordinating interviews and onboarding