Junior Talent Acquisition, HR Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Identify, source, and screen candidates for technical and professional roles that support federal contracts, proposals, and staffing initiatives.

• Analyze job descriptions and candidate qualifications to pinpoint potential matches for the specified position requirements.

• Assist with proposal recruiting efforts, which include candidate outreach, resume collection, Letters of Commitment (LOCs), and confirming candidate availability.

• Advertise job openings, evaluate applications, perform initial candidate screenings, and arrange interviews.

• Develop and sustain candidate pipelines, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and accurate recruitment documentation.

• Engage with candidates and internal teams to ensure prompt follow-ups and adherence to recruiting and proposal deadlines.

• Gradually take on increased responsibility for recruiting assignments as knowledge and experience are gained.

• Aid in employee onboarding, offboarding, personnel record management, and HR documentation.

• Facilitate employee training coordination, track certifications, and manage compliance-related administrative tasks.

• Provide support for benefits, payroll coordination, employee communications, and general HR inquiries as needed.

• Safeguard confidential employee information and assist with routine HR operations during team absences.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must currently live within a designated Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) as defined by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, either completed or expected to graduate no later than December 2026.

• Entry-level experience in recruiting, Human Resources, administrative support, or a related field; relevant internships and educational experience will be taken into account.

• Must be eligible to secure a U.S. Government PUBLIC TRUST / SECRET / TOP SECRET Clearance.

• Basic Federal Clearance requirements include U.S. Citizenship, a clear criminal history check, and no recent or pending bankruptcies.

• Strong aptitude for quick learning, information retention, and adaptability to new processes and responsibilities.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and capacity to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Proven initiative, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive employee and candidate information.

• Experience or interest in recruiting for technical, IT, cybersecurity, engineering, or other professional sectors.

• Familiarity with candidate sourcing, job boards, LinkedIn, or applicant tracking systems.

• Exposure to federal government contracting or proposal recruiting.

• Basic knowledge of HR functions, including onboarding, benefits, payroll, and employee records.

• Interest in professional development within Talent Acquisition and Human Resources, including pursuing future SHRM certification.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.

• Paid Life Insurance.

• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Floating Holidays, and Bereavement Leave.

• Semi-monthly pay cycle.