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Groundswell

Senior Technical Recruiter - Appian

Posted Yesterday
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in McLean, VA
82K-166K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in McLean, VA
82K-166K Annually
Senior level
Leads full-cycle recruiting for the Appian and low-code practice, sourcing technical talent, partnering with hiring managers, developing hiring plans, managing candidate pipelines, ensuring a strong candidate experience, and maintaining recruiting data and compliance reporting. Uses Workday and other tools while applying creative sourcing and employer-branding strategies. Supports OFCCP and EEO compliance and may lead small teams.
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Who Are We? 
Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results.  Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace?  Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.
 


What You'll do:

Who We are Looking For:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Recruiter with strong data analysis skills to support Appian / low-code practice.  

  • Responsible for leading the full lifecycle hiring efforts for our Appian practice
  • Source and identify active and passive candidates through various channels (job boards, social media, events, etc.)
  • Develop strong relationship with hiring managers to understand the business, identify gaps in skill sets and create strategic hiring plans to address those gaps
  • Work with hiring managers to ensure job requirements and expectations are clearly understood and candidates are assessed against appropriate criteria
  • Ensure a best-in-class candidate experience with transparency, timely follow-up, and communication
  • Regularly manage pipeline activity and maintain data integrity, and proactively share data-centric updates with internal stakeholders
  • Assist with OFCCP and EEO compliance, tracking and reporting
  • Manage an efficient and effective process, utilizing our ATS (Workday) and other tools.
  • Think outside of the box and utilize creative marketing, sourcing strategies, and techniques to promote Groundswell as an employer of choice  
     

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship (U.S. Citizen is preferred)  
  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred
  • 5+ years’ experience in full lifecycle recruiting and sourcing of technical talent for a software product company (preferably low-code programming (Appian)), either in a corporate role, contractor, or as an agency recruiter. 
  • Recruiting experience with a large, federal contractor strongly preferred
  • ATS experience (Workday preferred)
  • Knowledge of EEO and OFCCP requirements.
  • Must be self-driven and work effectively and independently using a variety of vehicles and creative sourcing techniques to generate candidate flow in a fast-paced, fluid environment 
  • Results driven and metrics-oriented individual with outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Successfully navigates in a fast-paced, nimble environment and possesses an aptitude for problem solving and independent thinking
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word; SharePoint
  • Ideal candidate will be local to the DC Metro area and willing to come on-site 2-3 days a week. We will consider remote candidates with previous experience recruiting for Appian skills

Preferred Skills:

  • Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting to include pivot tables
  • Experience with Workday Recruiting
  • Experience leading small teams


Skills:

OFCCP Compliance, Technical Recruitment


Certification:

N/A - N/A

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans 
  • Flexible Spending Account 
  • 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting) 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
  • Flexible work schedule
  • On-site gym and childcare option 

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

$82,370.00 - $166,495.00

NOTE: Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell, and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Read a copy of the Company’s Non-Discrimination Policy Statement.
Additional Resources:

  • EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA

  • Know your rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
     

Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at [email protected] or 703-639-1777.

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