What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition Specialist position at Nexagen Networks Inc?
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing organization's recruitment, talent acquisition, and retention efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, strong communication and organizational skills, and a deep understanding of modern recruitment techniques. As the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our workforce by identifying, attracting, and onboarding top-tier talent that aligns with our company's values and objectives.
We offer a very competitive salary and compensation package along with an award-winning organization that focuses on personal development and growth. Come join the Nexagen team and be a part of our family!
Job Location: Aberdeen, Maryland
Job Summary:
Source, attract, and evaluate candidates for technical positions within the organization.
Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their technical staffing needs and requirements.
Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top-tier technical talent.
Conduct thorough candidate screening, including resume reviews, phone screenings, and technical assessments.
Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers.
Provide feedback and guidance to candidates throughout the hiring process.
Facilitate the negotiation and offer process, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
Maintain candidate and job requisition data in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in technical recruitment.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with hiring managers to determine technical job requirements, including skills, experience, and qualifications.
Utilize various sourcing strategies, such as online job boards, social media platforms, networking events, and referrals, to attract potential candidates.
Review resumes and applications, assessing candidate qualifications and technical skills.
Conduct phone screenings and initial interviews to assess candidate fit and technical proficiency.
Administer technical assessments and tests to evaluate candidates' knowledge and abilities.
Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring teams, ensuring efficient and timely communication.
Gather and provide feedback to candidates and hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
Assist in negotiating job offers, including compensation and benefits packages.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations regarding recruitment and hiring practices.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of candidate and job requisition data in the ATS.
Continuously update knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies in order to effectively evaluate candidates.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a technical recruiter (Intel and Cybersecurity recruiting background a plus)
Experience recruiting for cleared personnel in the defense industry is required.
In-depth understanding of technical roles, skills, and qualifications.
Familiarity with various sourcing strategies and tools (e.g., LinkedIn, job boards, Boolean searches).
Strong interviewing and assessment skills, including technical evaluations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple recruitment processes and prioritize tasks effectively.
Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
Knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to recruitment.
Skills:
Must possess strong Internet, active, and passive candidate search skills.
Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple assignments and excel in a high-volume demanding environment.
Proficiency in HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point) required.
Understands the external marketplace and the impact it has on sourcing strategies (i.e. competition, unemployment rate, movement of companies in/out of area)
Ability to develop strong relationships with all levels of management and external resources.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and applicants.
This position will support a Hybrid worksite with the ability to travel as needed. Will be required to do events in local area.
We offer a very competitive salary and compensation package along with an award-winning organization that focuses on personal development and growth. Come join the Nexagen team and be a part of our family!
Job Location: Aberdeen, Maryland
Job Summary:
Source, attract, and evaluate candidates for technical positions within the organization.
Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their technical staffing needs and requirements.
Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top-tier technical talent.
Conduct thorough candidate screening, including resume reviews, phone screenings, and technical assessments.
Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers.
Provide feedback and guidance to candidates throughout the hiring process.
Facilitate the negotiation and offer process, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
Maintain candidate and job requisition data in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in technical recruitment.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with hiring managers to determine technical job requirements, including skills, experience, and qualifications.
Utilize various sourcing strategies, such as online job boards, social media platforms, networking events, and referrals, to attract potential candidates.
Review resumes and applications, assessing candidate qualifications and technical skills.
Conduct phone screenings and initial interviews to assess candidate fit and technical proficiency.
Administer technical assessments and tests to evaluate candidates' knowledge and abilities.
Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring teams, ensuring efficient and timely communication.
Gather and provide feedback to candidates and hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
Assist in negotiating job offers, including compensation and benefits packages.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations regarding recruitment and hiring practices.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of candidate and job requisition data in the ATS.
Continuously update knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies in order to effectively evaluate candidates.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a technical recruiter (Intel and Cybersecurity recruiting background a plus)
Experience recruiting for cleared personnel in the defense industry is required.
In-depth understanding of technical roles, skills, and qualifications.
Familiarity with various sourcing strategies and tools (e.g., LinkedIn, job boards, Boolean searches).
Strong interviewing and assessment skills, including technical evaluations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple recruitment processes and prioritize tasks effectively.
Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
Knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to recruitment.
Skills:
Must possess strong Internet, active, and passive candidate search skills.
Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple assignments and excel in a high-volume demanding environment.
Proficiency in HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point) required.
Understands the external marketplace and the impact it has on sourcing strategies (i.e. competition, unemployment rate, movement of companies in/out of area)
Ability to develop strong relationships with all levels of management and external resources.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and applicants.
This position will support a Hybrid worksite with the ability to travel as needed. Will be required to do events in local area.
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