Junior Recruiter - (Herndon, VA)

Serco; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Serco is seeking a Junior Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team in a part‑time, hybrid capacity. The role supports multiple business units, with in‑person work at our Herndon, VA HQ two days a week and at local hiring events.

You will assist Senior Recruiters, manage candidate communications, and help maintain ATS records. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in two recruiting-related areas (customer service, interviewing, sourcing,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience in at least two areas: customer service, candidate interviewing, candidate assessment, sourcing, marketing/sales/lead generation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; familiarity with ATS tools.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% for job fairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide candidate support and coordinate screening activities.
• Utilize assessment tools to evaluate candidate fit.
• Communicate updates to candidates on status and next steps.
• Conduct initial phone/video interviews to assess qualifications.
• Support Senior Recruiters and lead recruiters as needed.
• Assist in hiring manager status update meetings.
• Attend training to learn recruiting processes and tools.
• Monitor candidate movement and requisition time-to-fill metrics.
• Process and update offer letters in the ATS.
• Support up to 20-30 requisitions with Senior/Lead Recruiters.
• Draft job descriptions and post ads.
• Maintain candidate records in ATS; source from external job boards.
• Direct employer outreach to candidates.
• Utilize strategic recruiting to handle challenging skill-sets.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for future needs.

Skills

Customer service

Candidate interviewing

Candidate assessment

Candidate sourcing

Microsoft Office

ATS familiarity

Sourcing strategies

Travel availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

iCIMS

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly engaged and collaborative team as a Junior Recruiter, where we support independent growth and personal development.

You will be joining a fun and hardworking Talent Acquisition team. You will be providing support across multiple Business Units depending on the need. This position is part‑time telework, and will require in‑person attendance at our Corporate Headquarters office in Herndon, VA 2 days a week and at local hiring events.

In this role, you will:

• Provide Candidate support

• Utilize various assessment tools and techniques to evaluate candidates' suitability for the role.

• Communicate with candidates to provide updates on their application status and answer any questions.

• Perform initial phone or video interviews to assess candidate's qualifications and fit for the position.

• Provide support to a Senior Recruiter

• Support between 1-3 Senior and Lead recruiters.

• Assist Lead Recruiter, TA Manager, and or Senior TA Manager with Hiring Manager status update meetings.

• Receive Learning and Development

• Participate in training sessions to learn and retain the recruiting processes, tools, and best practices.

• Monitor and maintain Metrics

• Will stay on target with candidate movement metrics.

• Will stay on target with requisition time to fill.

• Offer Creation

• Recruiter will process/update offer letters in ATS.

• Requisition Support

• Assist in supporting a Senior Recruiter/Lead Recruiter with up to 20-30 different requisitions at a time.

• Will assist with cloning requisitions with Senior Recruiter/Lead Recruiter assistance.

• Assist in drafting job descriptions, and posting job ads.

• Provide TA Systems Support with assistance

• Gain an understanding of basics in maintaining records in iCIMS or a similar ATS.

• Update and maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and statuses in the applicant tracking system (ATS).

• Assist Senior/Lead Recruiter in sourcing from external resources. (Job Boards)

• Conduct Direct employer’s weekly outreaches.

• Strategic Recruiting

• Use strategic recruiting to support more challenging skill-sets with guidance from Lead or TA Manager.

• Proactively build and maintain talent pipelines for future hiring needs with the assistance of Lead or TA Manager.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A High School Diploma or GED at a minimum.

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in (2) of the following areas:

• Customer service

• Candidate interviewing

• Candidate assessment

• Candidate sourcing

• Marketing, sales and/or lead generation

• Exceptional customer management and service skills

• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Teams, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Prior experience utilizing systems, processes and automation tools

• Proven ability to adapt to situational challenges and drive towards customer satisfaction

• Proven creative ability in developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies, including online engagement, social media strategies, networking and more.

• Travel up to 10% for job fairs.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Previous experience using an Applicant Tracking System, Recruiting systems or an HRIS database.

• Knowledge of OFCCP compliance.

• Active related certifications.

• Experience with Federal and/or State & Local government, contracting experience.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government‑issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [e-mail] .

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance‑based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full‑time employees (part‑time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [e-mail] .