Federal Talent Acquisition Specialist

Kearney & Company is seeking a dedicated and motivated Federal Talent Acquisition Specialist with DoD experience to join our dynamic team. Looking for a passionate about talent acquisition individual that wants to contribute to our mission of delivering excellence to our client. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Utilize various recruitments recruitment methods, including online job postings, social media, networking, and direct sourcing, to identify and attract highly qualified candidates.

• Initiate contact with potential candidates, conduct initial screenings, and assess qualifications to determine suitability for open positions.

• Review resumes, conduct initial interviews, and assess candidate qualifications against job requirements.

• Evaluate candidates' soft skills, technical competencies, and potential growth within the organization.

• Schedule and coordinate candidate interviews with hiring managers and stakeholders.

• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, from initial contact through onboarding.

• Stay up-to-date with federal regulations and labor laws, ensuring recruitment activates adhere to all relevant standards and labor laws. Ensure compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines.

• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities, track candidate progress, and provide regular reports to management.

• Monitor industry trends and salary benchmarks to provide insights on talent market conditions.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for crafting compelling job descriptions and conducting effective interviews.

• Maintain the highest ethical standards in recruitment and ensure fairness and transparency throughout the process.

• A minimum of 5 years of talent acquisition experience

• Must have experience working in or supporting the DoD

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Interim secret security clearance (requires U.S. citizenship)

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university

• Must be willing to go on-site up to 3 days a week

• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and related recruitment software, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling the creation of compelling job descriptions, conducting high-level interviews, and cultivating meaningful candidate relationships

• Ability to work collaboratively with hiring managers and cross-functional teams

• Negotiation skills to navigate and negotiate job offers and compensation packages

• Effective multitasking and organizational skills are necessary to handle multiple job openings and candidates simultaneously

• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams

• Adept at identifying and creatively solving complex recruitment challenges

• Willingness and ability to stay current with evolving tools and strategies in the ever-changing recruitment landscape

Preferred Qualifications:

• HR Certifications (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) are a plus

• Workforce Development experience

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Exclusively focused on the Government, Kearney & Company provides financial services, including auditing, consulting, and technology services. Our commitment to our employees and clients as well as to dedication and trust, critical values to our Firm, have led to Kearney’s recognition as one of the leading accounting firms in the country. Based on our employees’ feedback, we are also consistently rated a Best Place to Work. Employment at Kearney means a flexible, collaborative, and open-minded work environment. We hope it is your “first easy decision.” Learn more at www.kearneyco.com/careers.

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