[Hiring] Senior Talent Acquisition Sourcer @VTG

Role Description

VTG is seeking a high energy Talent Acquisition Sourcer based in Hanover, MD to build a talent pipeline to support technical programs. The Talent Acquisition Sourcer drives sourcing to support the Talent Acquisition team by utilizing creative sourcing techniques, networking and other tools to identify talent.

• Provides high level customer service to internal and external customers (e.g., timely response, expediting processes and procedures, frequent “high touch” communications, etc.).
• Partners closely with TA Specialists to generate candidate pipelines for hard to fill roles and future roles.
• Submits candidates in a timely manner.
• Develops effective, creative sourcing methods, techniques, plans, and strategies to attract and retain quality talent.
• Creates job posting content that complies with internal and external requirements and ensures timely posting pursuant to sourcing plans.
• Conducts pre-interview strategy meeting with hiring managers and other interviewers to analyze position description, develop interview questions and establish an interview process.
• Proactively sources candidates through a variety of avenues: internet, cold calling, job boards, social media, referrals, and networks.
• Uses detailed screening and selection criteria to identify qualified candidates and determine the relevant strength of the candidates.
• Fully screens and vets candidates during preliminary screening calls with candidates prior to sharing the feedback with Talent Acquisition Specialist and/or Hiring Managers.
• Establishes pipeline of candidates to meet existing and upcoming needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• 8 years of experience in recruiting.
• Experience in government contracting industry as well as technical roles.
• Familiar with sourcing on various job boards and able to network.
• Expert-level experience with sourcing tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.
• General knowledge of HR practices, OFCCP compliance, EEO and APP.
• Familiarity with government proposal processes.
• Prior experience working with an Application Tracking System (ATS). Experience working with iCIMS preferred.
• Well-developed assessment, negotiation, collaboration, and consultation skills.
• Experienced recruiting all federal government clearance levels preferred.