Talent Acquisition Specialist – Junior

Centennial Technologies, Inc.; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Federal Holidays

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruiting for various federal programs. This full-time role requires assisting in the full cycle of recruiting, from sourcing to candidate engagement. The ideal candidate has a relevant Bachelor's degree and up to 2 years of experience in recruiting, along with excellent communication skills. Located in Minnesota, the position offers a hybrid work environment with strong benefits including insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in recruiting or related field.
• Strong interest in learning about government contracting environments.

Responsibilities

• Support full cycle recruiting activities.
• Coordinate with managers on staffing requirements.
• Post job requisitions and review resumes.
• Utilize job boards and LinkedIn to attract talent.
• Maintain recruiting metrics and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with hiring policies.
• Coordinate with HR and onboarding teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proactive engagement with candidates

Interest in federal recruiting

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Comfortable using LinkedIn and ATS

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Description:

Centennial Technologies Inc. is seeking a junior level Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruiting and staffing initiatives across multiple government programs. This role focuses on executing core recruiting activities with an emphasis on technical, financial, and program support positions within the federal marketplace. This role plays a key part in supporting growth, delivery readiness, and compliance in a small-business environment where agility, collaboration, and mission alignment are critical.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support full cycle recruiting activities including sourcing, screening, interviewing coordination, candidate communication, and offer support
• Coordinate with program managers and technical leads to understand staffing requirements.
• Post job requisitions, review resumes, conduct initial candidate assessments, and coordinate interview feedback with hiring teams
• Utilize job boards, LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, and networking platforms to attract qualified talent
• Maintain recruiting metrics such as pipeline status, time-to-fill, and candidate engagement reporting
• Coordinate with subcontractors and teaming partners on shared staffing and workforce alignment
• Support bid & proposal (B&P) recruiting efforts, including contingent staffing, resume alignment, and recruiting for key personnel positions
• Ensure compliance with EEO, OFCCP, and company hiring policies throughout the recruiting process.
• Collaborate with HR and onboarding teams to support candidate handoff and start-date coordination.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of recruiting tools, templates, and sourcing processes.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in recruiting, staffing, human resources, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proactive approach with willingness to reach out, follow up, and engage with candidates and internal teams.
• Strong interest in learning federal recruiting and government contracting environments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Comfortable using LinkedIn, job boards, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities in a fast-paced, small-business setting.

Security Clearance:

• Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, may be subject to a government security investigation, and must meet eligibility requirements for clearance

Work Conditions

• Location: Hybrid – At least 4 days onsite in Tysons Corner, VA
• Job Type: Full-time

About Centennial Technologies Inc.:

Centennial Technologies Inc. is committed to a healthy work-life balance and provides a collaborative and supportive professional environment. We offer flexible PTO, casual work culture, and regular opportunities for career advancement and skills development.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Federal Holidays

Our Culture:

• Supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance
• Performance-based rewards and recognition
• Regular employee feedback and collaboration
• Paid training in emerging technologies and federal compliance
• Client-focused, employee-centered growth

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Centennial is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws