What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition Recruiter position at Calibrate North?
Title: Talent Acquisition Recruiter
Terms: Full-Time
Location: Reston, VA - Hybrid - All qualified candidates must be local to the DC area
Clearance: None
Overview:
We are seeking to hire a seasoned Recruiter to support our small government contracting client in Reston, VA. This person would be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process for various positions within the company.
This includes partnering with hiring managers across departments to identify specific talent needs, defining job requirements, and developing effective recruitment strategies. The recruiter would source candidates using tools such as LinkedIn, job boards, and social media, as well as through networking and company branding initiatives.
The role would also involve conducting initial screenings, coordinating interviews, guiding candidates through the hiring process, and maintaining clear communication with both candidates and hiring managers.
Additionally, the recruiter would ensure a smooth and positive candidate experience, track recruitment metrics, and collaborate on workforce planning to support Toffler Associates' strategic goals. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and networking skills, as well as an ability to attract top talent to match the firm’s culture and future-focused objectives.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of five years of full-life cycle recruiting here in the government contracting space
- Highly comfortable sourcing and screening candidates utilizing a variety of tools and techniques
- Proven ability to effectively manage candidate pipelines and facilitating progression of candidate lifecycle
- Experience developing and executing proactive recruitment sourcing, engagement and branding strategies
- Highly communicative and vigilant about maintaining communication and applicant tracking systems
- Strong background in recruiting candidates with security clearances
- Must have experience conducting intake calls with hiring mangers, extracting information from stakeholders and other team members
- Excellent business acumen and strong attention to detail
- Must have a background in understanding how to identify inefficiencies in all stages of the hiring processes and provide feedback to leadership
- Thorough understanding of federal procurement process of government contracts
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in both 3rd party staffing and corporate recruiting
- Highly experienced in candidates sourcing techniques, tools etc.
Benefits
Medical Insurance (PPO, HMO, High-Deductible options)
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Programs
401(k) with Company Match
Life Insurance (employer-paid basic, with optional supplemental)
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 25 Days to use however you like
Paid Holidays: 10 standard federal holidays
Parental Leave (6–12 weeks paid is becoming more common)
Volunteer Time Off (1–2 days/year at some firms)
Flexible Work Schedules / Telework Options
Commuter Benefits / Transit Subsidies