Experienced Government Contracting Recruiter 1 1 1

United States, 20005

Category: Human Resources

Job ID: 34389

widget: Full-Time

None

Yes - May Consider Full Time Teleworking for this position

$70000-$120000

Position Description & Qualifications

We are expanding our Talent Acquisition team and seeking highly strategic Experienced Government Contracting Recruiters to lead full-cycle recruitment. This is an opportunity to partner directly with leadership and help shape the organization’s talent strategy while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing TA function.

As a senior recruiter, you will own the end-to-end recruitment life cycle for leadership, and hard-to-fill roles across key business units. You will function as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, driving proactive talent strategies and delivering high-impact hiring outcomes.

In this role, you will provide:

Talent Strategy & Search Support

Lead full-cycle searches for various level of positions

Partner with leadership to define hiring strategies aligned to contract requirements, program growth, and recompete efforts

Stakeholder & Leadership Partnership

Serve as a strategic advisor to hiring managers and senior leadership

Facilitate intake sessions, calibration discussions, and senior leader debriefs

Provide market intelligence, compensation insights, and competitor talent trends

Candidate Engagement & Assessment

Conduct in-depth interviews focused on leadership competencies, cultural alignment, and organizational impact

Deliver a high-touch, white-glove candidate experience for senior talent

Manage and nurture relationships with passive candidates and long-term talent pipelines

Offer Negotiation & Closing

Lead complexes offer negotiations in partnership with HR and leadership

Influence and guide decision-making to successfully close top-tier candidates

Operational Excellence & Reporting

Maintain accurate and confidential records in the ATS (SuccessFactors or similar)

Track and report on recruiting metrics, including time-to-fill, slate quality, and diversity outcomes

Ensure an elevated level of discretion and professionalism throughout the search process

Market Intelligence & Continuous Improvement

Stay informed on industry trends, competitor hiring activity, and talent movements

Contribute to the evolution of senior level recruiting best practices within the organization

Key Skills & Required Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship (required)

Education & Experience

High School Diploma/GED with minimum 5 years of progressive full-cycle recruiting experience OR

Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of progressive, full-cycle recruiting experience, OR

Master’s degree with 3 years of progressive, full-cycle recruiting experience

Experience operating as a trusted talent advisor within federal or government contracting environments

Advanced Talent Acquisition Expertise

Strong track record of leading end-to-end recruitment strategies, including workforce planning, requisition intake, sourcing, selection, and offer negotiation

Expertise in identifying, engaging, and converting high-value, passive talent in competitive markets

Proven ability to build and maintain robust talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles

Innovative Sourcing & Market Intelligence

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute targeted, multi-channel sourcing strategies, leveraging:

Digital platforms and social media

Competitive intelligence and talent mapping

Networking, referrals, and industry engagement

Applies labor market insights and competitive benchmarking to inform recruiting strategies and hiring decisions

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

Skilled at navigating complex organizations and building credibility with senior leadership and cross-functional partners

Strong capability in consultative problem-solving, negotiation, and influencing without authority

Ability to manage multiple priorities and high-visibility requisitions with competing deadlines

Technology & Tools

Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) (e.g., SuccessFactors or similar), with ability to leverage systems for reporting and process optimization

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and executive-level reporting

Professional Competencies

Exceptional communication and executive presence, both written and verbal

Strong business acumen and decision-making capability

High level of accountability, adaptability, and continuous improvement mindset

Additional Requirements

Willingness to participate in offsite recruiting events, industry engagements, and career fairs (up to 10% travel annually)

Additional desired experience and skills:

Active related certifications

If you are interested in supporting and working with an enthusiastic 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.