Junior Recruiter - (Herndon, VA)

Serco

USonsite$50k-$78k/yrPosted Jun 30, 2026
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About the role

Available in 17 locations

Junior Recruiter - (Herndon, VA)

Available in 17 locations

Herndon, Virginia, US, 20170

Alexandria, Virginia, US, 22311

Arlington, Virginia, US, 22202

Virginia, US, 20170

Maryland, US, 21401

Fairfax, Virginia, US, 22033

Chantilly, Virginia, US, 20151

Falls Church, Virginia, US, 22042

Manassas, Virginia, US, 20110

McLean, Virginia, US, 22102

Vienna, Virginia, US, 22180

Reston, Virginia, US, 20190

Fredericksburg, Virginia, US, 22405

Gainesville, Virginia, US, 20155

Potomac Falls, Virginia, US, 20165

Rosslyn, Virginia, US, 22209

Springfield, Virginia, US, 22150

Herndon, Virginia, US, 20170

Category: Human Resources

Job ID: 33763

widget: Full-Time

None

Yes - May Consider Occasional/Part Time Teleworking for this position

$50000-$78000

Position Description & Qualifications

We are excited to announce a new opening on our Talent Acquisition team! This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly engaged and collaborative team as a Junior Recruiter, where we support independent growth and personal development.

You will be joining a fun and hardworking Talent Acquisition team. You will be providing support across multiple Business Units depending on the need. This position is part-time telework, and will require in-person attendance at our Corporate Headquarters office in Herndon, VA 2 days a week and at local hiring events.

In this role, you will:

Provide Candidate support

Utilize various assessment tools and techniques to evaluate candidates' suitability for the role.

Communicate with candidates to provide updates on their application status and answer any questions.

Perform initial phone or video interviews to assess candidate's qualifications and fit for the position.

Provide support to a Senior Recruiter

Support between 1-3 Senior and Lead recruiters.

Assist Lead Recruiter, TA Manager, and or Senior TA Manager with Hiring Manager status update meetings.

Receive Learning and Development

Participate in training sessions to learn and retain the recruiting processes, tools, and best practices.

Monitor and maintain Metrics

Will stay on target with candidate movement metrics.

Will stay on target with requisition time to fill.

Offer Creation

Recruiter will process/update offer letters in ATS.

Requisition Support

Assist in supporting a Senior Recruiter/Lead Recruiter with up to 20-30 different requisitions at a time.

Will assist with cloning requisitions with Senior Recruiter/Lead Recruiter assistance.

Assist in drafting job descriptions, and posting job ads.

Provide TA Systems Support with assistance

Gain an understanding of basics in maintaining records in iCIMS or a similar ATS.

Update and maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and statuses in the applicant tracking system (ATS).

Assist Senior/Lead Recruiter in sourcing from external resources. (Job Boards)

Conduct Direct employer’s weekly outreaches.

Strategic Recruiting

Use strategic recruiting to support more challenging skill-sets with guidance from Lead or Senior TA Manager.

Proactively build and maintain talent pipelines for future hiring needs with the assistance of Lead or Senior TA Manager.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A High School Diploma or GED at a minimum

Exceptional customer management and service skills

Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Teams, PowerPoint, etc.)

Prior experience utilizing systems, processes and automation tools

Proven ability to adapt to situational challenges and drive towards customer satisfaction

A minimum of 1 year of experience in (2) of the following areas:

Customer service

Candidate interviewing

Candidate assessment

Candidate sourcing

Marketing, sales and/or lead generation

Proven creative ability in developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies, including online engagement, social media strategies, networking and more.

25% travel required as needed for events and job fairs.

Additional desired experience and skills:

Previous experience using an Applicant Tracking System, Recruiting systems or an HRIS database.

Knowledge of OFCCP compliance.

Active related certifications.

Experience with Federal and/or State & Local government, contracting experience.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and a passionate Serco Talent Acquisition Team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance - so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

Tuition reimbursement program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Compensation

This HR & Recruiting role pays $50k-$78k/yr. Within typical range for hr & recruiting roles in United States.

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