Supports full-lifecycle recruiting for cleared and uncleared federal and DoD positions. Sources candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, job boards and ATS, conducts initial screens, coordinates interviews, maintains ATS data, and delivers strong candidate experience while managing multiple requisitions.
Significance is a woman-owned consulting firm serving the federal government. We are known for building trusted relationships within our teams and with our clients and hiring the highest-level experts who implement innovative solutions. We also like to have fun! Our focus on culture has contributed to Significance being named a Washington Business Journal Best Place to Work each of the last seven years.
Significance Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Recruiter to join our growing Talent Acquisition team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career recruiting professional who is passionate about connecting exceptional talent with meaningful federal programs and who thrives in a culture built on trust, collaboration, and genuine respect for people.
The Junior Recruiter will support full lifecycle recruiting efforts across a variety of positions supporting both federal civilian and DoD customers. This role will report directly to the Talent Acquisition Manager and will work closely with Hiring Managers and leadership to identify, engage, and manage candidates throughout the hiring process. The Junior Recruiter will help shape the candidate’s experience and contribute to the team’s continued growth and success.
Responsibilities:
• Own full lifecycle recruiting activities for cleared and uncleared positions
• Source candidates utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, job boards, referrals, and internal database (ATS)
• Typically manages 4-6 active requisitions, with flexibility to support additional hiring needs tied to new federal contract awards of varying size
• Support consistent sourcing activity each week to ensure healthy pipeline generation for priority roles
• Conduct initial recruiter screens to assess candidate qualifications, communication skills, and overall fit
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring teams
• Maintain accurate and timely data within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by ensuring all candidate information, workflows, and documentation is up to date and accurate
• Deliver a high-quality candidate experience through consistent communication and follow-through
• Participate in recruiting events, job fairs, networking and other talent-focused initiatives
Qualifications:
• 1–3 years of recruiting or staffing experience
• Previous experience supporting government contracting or technical recruiting
• Ability to successfully manage multiple open requisitions and recruiting activities in a fast-paced federal consulting environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong sense of urgency, adaptability, and ability to effectively prioritize a high volume of recruiting activity
• Proficiency with using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to source candidates, manage recruiting activity and build and maintain candidate pipelines
• Ability to utilize creative sourcing strategies and search techniques, including Boolean searches
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to stay proactive, maintain attention to detail, and follow through on recruiting activities and candidate communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required based on experience
• Previous experience supporting government contracting or technical recruiting
• Ability to successfully manage multiple open requisitions and recruiting activities in a fast-paced federal consulting environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong sense of urgency, adaptability, and ability to effectively prioritize a high volume of recruiting activity
• Proficiency with using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to source candidates, manage recruiting activity and build and maintain candidate pipelines
• Ability to utilize creative sourcing strategies and search techniques, including Boolean searches
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to stay proactive, maintain attention to detail, and follow through on recruiting activities and candidate communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required based on experience
Referred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Exposure to DoD or federal civilian recruiting
• Familiarity with security clearances and government contracting terminology
• Experience supporting recruiting coordination and candidate scheduling
• Exposure to DoD or federal civilian recruiting
• Familiarity with security clearances and government contracting terminology
• Experience supporting recruiting coordination and candidate scheduling
Why Join Significance?
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunity for growth and mentorship within Talent Acquisition
- Exposure to meaningful federal and defense programs
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- People-focused culture with strong leadership support
At Significance, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. Our pay ranges are based on the local cost of labor benchmarks for each specific role, level, and geographic location.
We carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to experience; job-related skill sets; relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs. The salary range listed is for the level at which this job has been scoped. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for a comprehensive and generous benefits package.
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