Senior Recruiting Associate

Core One•Sterling, VA

12h

About The Position

Core One is a fast-paced, high-impact government contracting company dedicated to supporting the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, and Special Forces. Our culture is mission-driven and people-focused; we value integrity, accountability, and excellence in everything we do. As a growing company, we seek motivated professionals who want to build their careers alongside us, take ownership of their work, and make a meaningful difference. We reward hard work and dedication, encourage innovation, and genuinely appreciate new ideas that help us better support our customers and each other. We are not a company that values volume over quality, we would much rather you take the time to find the right candidates and call five, instead of calling 50. We also are not a fit for those who are content staying where they are, lack curiosity, or have no desire to learn, grow, and continually improve. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Recruiting Associate to lead recruiting efforts in support of government contracting programs. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple requisitions, partner closely with hiring managers, and deliver high-quality talent in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings at least Three years of recruiting experience, with a strong preference for candidates who have supported federal government contracts and understand clearance requirements, labor categories, and compliance standards.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of recruiting experience, at least one year in a government contracting environment
Experience supporting federal contracts with cleared positions (up to TS/SCI w/polygraph strongly preferred)
Strong interviewing, sourcing, and candidate assessment skills
Ability to manage multiple requisitions and shifting priorities effectively
Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail and strong follow-through
Proficiency with ATS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite
Bachelor’s degree or 5 additional years’ relevant experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting for technical, engineering, or defense-related roles
Secret clearance or higher
Experience using Greenhouse ATS
Experience sourcing for Federal Government Contract Proposals
Direct experience recruiting in the Intelligence Community

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruiting for a variety of roles, including cleared, technical, and corporate positions
Support the growth of the company through engaging critical stakeholders in the requirements gathering, recruiting, and business development/client solutions elements across departments
Partner with hiring managers to understand requirements, priorities, and timelines
Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies using job boards, networking, referrals, and direct outreach
Demonstrate strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire team members, and make decisions under pressure
Elicit requirements from hiring managers to determine job duties
Screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure alignment with role requirements and contract needs
Maintain accurate and compliant documentation within the applicant tracking system (ATS)
Coordinate interview logistics and provide an excellent candidate experience throughout the process
Support offer development, negotiation, and onboarding in coordination with HR and leadership
Track and report recruiting metrics and pipeline status