Senior Technical Recruiter

ARServices; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ARServices is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to enhance recruitment efforts in the defense and national security sectors. The role involves developing comprehensive strategies for hiring qualified candidates for government contracts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while engaging with senior leaders and hiring managers.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of recruiting experience in federal contracts.
• Strong understanding of OFCCP, FAR regulations.
• Experience with recruitment technology tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies for government contracts.
• Ensure compliance with federal and local hiring regulations.
• Oversee full cycle recruiting for positions requiring security clearances.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Full-Cycle Recruitment

Federal Hiring Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

Introduction:
ARServices is seeking an experiencedSenior Technical Recruiter to support our agile business in the defense, security, and national intelligence sectors. This role is ideal for recruiters with a deep knowledge of full-cycle recruitment, federal hiring compliance, and GovCon industry dynamics, who are passionate about contributing broadly to National Security.

In this high-visibility role, you’ll partner with senior leaders and hiring managers to design and execute effective talent acquisition strategies. You’ll lead efforts to attract, engage, and hire top-tier technical and cleared professionals while shaping the future of our talent function.
This role demands both hands-on recruiting expertise and the ability to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies.

Location & Travel:This is a full-time position located at our headquarters in Falls Church, VA. Some local travel to our facility in Alexandria, VA is required.

Corporate Overview:
ARServices, Limited (ARServices) has delivered high-end consulting services across the Federal government for over 20 years. We specialize in providing innovative budget, financial, technical, and program management solutions. ARServices is purpose-built to address the complex challenges inherent to supporting national security missions. We combine the infrastructure and resources of a large business with agility, flexibility, and quick decision-making in our relentless pursuit of mission success.

Key Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive recruiting strategy to attract and retain high-quality candidates for government contracts, cleared positions, and corporate roles.
• Partner with senior leaders and hiring managers to assess workforce needs and align recruiting efforts with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local hiring regulations, including OFCCP, FAR, and EEO guidelines.
• Enhance employer branding and talent attraction strategies through innovative sourcing techniques, networking, and recruitment marketing.

Operational Execution & Recruitment Compliance

• Oversee full cycle recruiting efforts for positions requiring security clearances, ensuring a streamlined and compliant hiring process.
• Lead proposal recruiting efforts, working closely with the Business Development team to staff bids and contingent hires.
• Manage recruitment tools, including ATS optimization, job board usage, and data-driven decision-making.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external recruiting partners, staffing agencies, veterans resource groups, and universities to enhance talent pipelines.
• Conduct regular recruitment analytics reporting using metrics and KPIs to assess hiring effectiveness and provide insights for leadership decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to optimize recruitment efficiency.
  

Security Clearance Requirement:
Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a government security clearance.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of recruiting experience, specifically supporting federal government contracts and positions requiring security clearances.
• Strong understanding of federal hiring regulations, including OFCCP, FAR, and affirmative action requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment technology tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Experience leading talent acquisition function(s) and implementing recruiting strategies.
• Experience supporting workforce transitions, contract ramp-ups, and large-scale hiring initiatives in the GovCon sector.
• SHRM Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential or similar certification.
• Experience optimizing ATS platforms for efficiency and compliance.

ARServices is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.