• Location: Fairfax, Virginia
• Type: Contract
• Job #85150

Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist position that just opened in a remote setup. In this role, you’ll be developing and administering staffing and recruiting programs; and managing the recruiting process using iCIMS, ensuring compliance with laws. To be considered, you will have a Bachelor’s degree plus 8+ years of job-related experience.

Location: Remote
Position: Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Contract: 24 months or longer
Pay: $64.43/hour (rate is depending on overall experience)

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
Our client is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to enhance their organization’s performance and profitability, supporting vital national defense services. Collaborate with esteemed customers to develop solutions for high-stakes national security missions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and administer staffing and recruiting programs
• Manage the recruiting process using iCIMS, ensuring compliance with laws
• Create and share reports on recruiting efforts
• Collaborate with hiring managers to document job requirements
• Source and attract qualified candidates
• Pre-screen resumes, interview candidates, and conduct reference checks
• Negotiate new hire compensation packages
• Conduct employment background checks
• Coordinate employment advertising campaigns
• Support college recruiting and career development programs
• Ensure staffing initiatives align with business goals
• Stay updated on EEO, ADA, and compliance requirements

      
Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Strong experience in recruiting and staffing
• Knowledge and experience using AI to support the recruiting life cycle
• Creative problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to handle complex issues and apply new information quickly
• Excellent networking and communication skills
• Initiative and independent judgment in assignments
• Subject matter expertise in one discipline and developing knowledge in adjacent fields

About our client:
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country.  Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence and cyber end users on an international basis.

About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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