Technical Recruiter

Sprezzatura; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A government contracting firm is seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to source and hire technical talent. The role involves partnering with managers, navigating recruitment nuances in government contracting, and maintaining compliance with regulations. Candidates should have 5+ years of recruitment experience and a strong background in technical roles. This position offers a remote work environment and requires occasional travel for meetings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and adaptability in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruiting experience, with at least 3 years in government contracting.
• Direct experience in government contracting recruitment, including compliance with federal hiring regulations.
• Familiarity with security clearance processes and hiring for cleared roles.
• Demonstrated success recruiting technical and IT consulting roles.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers and executives to identify workforce needs.
• Source, screen, and evaluate candidates for culture and skill fit.
• Support offer development and negotiations.
• Navigate government contracting hiring nuances.

Skills

Technical Recruiting Acumen

Collaboration and Communication

Candidate Experience

Compliance Expertise

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

HRIS platforms (ADP preferred)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter with a strong background in sourcing and hiring technical talent. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of proven recruitment experience and has expertise in the full recruitment lifecycle within the government contracting space. This position requires partnership with delivery teams, proposal managers, and hiring managers to fill critical roles efficiently.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers and executives to identify workforce needs, define role requirements, and create effective sourcing plans.
• Source, screen, and evaluate candidates for culture, skill, and clearance requirements for both funded and proposal staffing needs.
• Support offer development, negotiation, and pre-employment processes.
• Navigate government contracting hiring nuances including labor categories, salary constraints, and contractual staffing requirements.
• Ensure recruiting processes comply with government contracting regulations (OFCCP, EEO, security clearance requirements, etc.).
• Enhance visibility in the government contracting talent market.
• Maintain accurate and timely data within the ATS and provide recruiting metrics as needed.
• Experienced with sourcing initiatives (LinkedIn Recruiter, clearance job boards, industry events, networking, etc.).

Success Factors

• Compliance Expertise: Knowledge of government contracting hiring practices and regulatory requirements.
• Technical Recruiting Acumen: Proven record of filling technical roles for government contractor.
• Collaboration, & Communication: Strong partnership skills across the organization.
• Candidate Experience: Commitment to a professional, transparent, and positive process for all applicants.
• Adaptability: Comfortable navigating a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of recruiting experience, with at least 3 years in government contracting.
• Direct experience in government contracting recruitment, including compliance with federal hiring regulations.
• Familiarity with security clearance processes and hiring for cleared roles.
• Demonstrated success recruiting technical and IT consulting roles.
• Solid understanding of labor categories, contract staffing models, and proposal recruiting.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions across fast-paced, dynamic programs.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms (ADP preferred), and recruiting analytics tools.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods at a computer.

Working Conditions

• Remote work environment with consistent internet access.
• Occasional travel for meetings/training.

Performance Standards

• Timely, accurate completion of projects.
• Policy adherence.
• High professionalism and integrity.

Additional Duties and Work Authorization

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Sprezzatura reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the company desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains "at-will." Sprezzatura reserves the right to amend or change this job description at any time without prior notice.

Work Authorization

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Clearance Requirement

No clearance requirement.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Sprezzatura expresses prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Sprezzatura employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.