[Hiring] Recruiting Specialist @Contact Government Services

Role Description

At CGS, the Client Success Department serves as a strategic partner to the Operations Division, supporting recruiting, proposal development, candidate management, and operational initiatives. We are seeking a motivated Recruiting Specialist to join our growing team. If you enjoy building relationships, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to be part of a close-knit team that values collaboration, professional growth, and shared success, we encourage you to apply.

• Partner with recruiting team members to source, attract, and hire qualified candidates for government contract positions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and career advocate, guiding candidates through each stage of the hiring process.
• Review and evaluate resumes daily to identify candidates whose qualifications align with current and future hiring needs.
• Develop, publish, and maintain engaging job postings across multiple recruiting platforms.
• Conduct targeted candidate outreach through email campaigns and personalized communications using established recruiting templates.
• Source talent through job boards, applicant databases, professional networks, and other recruiting channels.
• Support candidates throughout the interview process, including assisting with Public Trust and other security clearance documentation requirements.
• Contribute innovative sourcing strategies and recruitment best practices to enhance talent acquisition efforts.
• Conduct phone screenings and initial candidate assessments to evaluate qualifications, experience, and overall fit for open positions.
• Maintain accurate candidate records, including qualifications, compensation expectations, technical skills, and interview feedback within the applicant tracking system.
• Prepare candidate summaries and qualification packages for submission to hiring managers and contract stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain job requisitions within the applicant tracking system (ATS), including creating, updating, and closing positions as needed.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience through consistent communication, timely follow-up, and professional representation of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, staffing, or a related human resources function preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while maintaining a strong commitment to candidate success and customer service.
• Familiarity with information technology (IT) and legal terminology, with the ability to quickly learn and understand technical and professional skill requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; experience with Excel and Outlook is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage candidates and hiring managers.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a high-performing recruiting team.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays

Company Description

Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs.

For the past nine years, we’ve been growing our government contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.

Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and delivering the best quality to our customers, mending those relations for years to come.