Recruiter

Kids for the Future; Springville (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CenCore Group is seeking a results-driven Recruiter to support government and commercial programs, focusing on cleared roles up to Top Secret/SCI. The role requires 3–4 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in high-volume, government contracting environments.

You will partner with hiring managers, manage ATS pipelines, coordinate clearance processing, and contribute to winning bids with LOI support. The position offers mentorship and growth across DoD/IC contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Experience recruiting for DoD/IC programs.
• Knowledge of SCA positions and contract staffing.
• Proficient in ClearanceJobs, LinkedIn Recruiter, and industry networks.

Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle recruiting for cleared and uncleared DoD/IC roles.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of cleared candidates.
• Use job boards, databases, social media, and referrals to engage passive talent.
• Partner with program leaders to define staffing requirements and timelines.
• Manage candidate experience from initial contact to offer.
• Coordinate with HR and Security on clearance processing and onboarding.
• Use ATS (UKG or similar) to document activity and generate reports.
• Support proposal recruiting and LOI coordination.
• Mentor junior recruiters when needed.
• Contribute to process improvements and talent marketing.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

SCA knowledge

Contract staffing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources/Business Administration

Tools

ClearanceJobs

LinkedIn Recruiter

Industry networks

Job description

• Location CONFIDENTIAL,Springville, UT, 84663,United States
• Employee Type FT Exempt

Description

CenCore Group is seeking a results-driven Recruiter with experience sourcing and hiring cleared professionals to support our Government and Commercial programs. The ideal candidate will have 3–4 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including working within high-volume and fast-paced government contracting environments. This position does not require an active clearance but does require the ability to understand clearance pipelines, government contract requirements, and SCA positions.

You will work closely with hiring managers and program leadership to identify and attract highly qualified candidates for positions requiring Top Secret / SCI / Polygraph clearances, as well as for security and operational support roles across multiple U.S. and OCONUS locations.

Key Responsibilities

Execute full-cycle recruiting for cleared and uncleared positions within DoD and IC contracts.

Develop and maintain a pipeline of cleared candidates through proactive sourcing, networking, and market mapping.

Leverage job boards, clearance databases, social media, and referrals to identify and engage passive talent.

Partner with program and hiring managers to understand staffing requirements, timelines, and clearance constraints.

Manage candidate experience from initial contact through offer acceptance, ensuring timely communication and professionalism.

Coordinate with HR and Security to track clearance processing, onboarding timelines, and compliance documentation.

Utilize ATS (UKG or similar) to document candidate activity, maintain accurate records, and generate recruiting reports.

Support proposal recruiting efforts and provide LOI (Letter of Intent) coordination for upcoming bids.

Mentor or provide guidance to junior recruiters or recruiting coordinators when needed.

Contribute to process improvements, talent marketing initiatives, and best-practice recruiting strategies.

Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably within government contracting or defense staffing.
• Proven success recruiting for specific roles.
• Familiarity with SCA positions, labor categories, and contract staffing requirements.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing tools such as ClearanceJobs, LinkedIn Recruiter, and industry networks.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple requisitions with competing priorities.

Preferred:

• Prior experience leading or mentoring a small recruiting team.
• Understanding of OFCCP compliance and government recruiting reporting standards.
• Experience supporting proposal and surge hiring efforts.
• Working knowledge of UKG, CATS, Deltek Talent Management, or other ATS systems.

Key Attributes

• Mission-driven mindset with a focus on quality and integrity.
• Strong sense of urgency and follow-through.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Passion for connecting talent with meaningful national security work.

Summary

Company Overview:

At CenCore Group, we take security solutions from the industry standard to the CenCore standard. CenCore Group specializes in designing, building, securing, and maintaining AI ecosystems at the intersection of big technology and national security. CenCore Group strives to be the trusted and primary source for insight, analysis, and implementation of physical and digital security solutions associated with the development of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the NatSec space. We are currently seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates to join our dedicated team.

Cencore Group is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on merit and qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, or other protected characteristics. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.