Talent Acquisition & Workforce Programs Specialist

Amentum•Hampton, VA

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition & Workforce Programs Specialist supports talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee development, and strategic talent programs across the organization. The role partners with management to attract, engage, and retain talent and to support initiatives that improve employee experience, organizational effectiveness, and business performance. The position provides end-to-end recruiting support for assigned openings and leads or coordinates internship programs, talent pipeline development, employee career mobility initiatives, workforce analytics, and strategic HR projects. The specialist joins the Human Resources team supporting the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) at NASA Langley Research Center and reports directly to the HR Manager. The position is based in an office environment, with occasional exposure to industrial facilities and hazardous areas, and requires travel between offices and facilities. The employee must follow safety policies and procedures, use required safety planning processes, and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field from an accredited college or university; additional relevant education may be substituted for progressive experience.
Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, human resources, workforce planning, employee development, or related talent management functions.
Experience supporting recruitment activities from sourcing through onboarding.
Strong working knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Forms.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Valid REAL ID-compliant identification and a valid driver's license are required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and cooperate with individuals at all levels of the company and client organization.
Must demonstrate professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
Must comply with safety policies and procedures, use the Company-provided Safe Plan of Action for tasks, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required.
Regular attendance is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Workday, ATS, HRIS, and reporting systems.
Experience in government contracting, aerospace, defense, or technical recruiting environments.
Experience supporting unionized workforces and Service Contract Act (SCA) positions.
Experience administering internship, early-career, employee development, or workforce planning programs.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or equivalent HR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute recruiting strategies for professional, technical, administrative, union, and SCA-covered positions.
Research and recommend innovative sourcing methods; use job boards, social media, networking groups, community partnerships, and recruiting technologies to identify and engage candidates.
Source, screen, and evaluate candidates, and conduct phone screens, interviews, and candidate assessments.
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements, workforce challenges, and future hiring needs.
Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions.
Lead recruiting efforts for aged requisitions, high-volume hiring initiatives, and specialized workforce projects.
Attend and coordinate participation in career fairs, recruiting events, workforce development initiatives, and community outreach activities.
Support workforce forecasting and succession planning by identifying talent trends and future staffing requirements.
Administer and coordinate annual internship, co-op, and early-career development programs.
Support employee career mobility, self-promotion opportunities, and internal talent movement initiatives.
Assist with onboarding and employee integration activities to improve retention and engagement.
Coordinate talent development programs, leadership development initiatives, and employee training opportunities.
Participate in employee engagement, retention, recognition, and workforce wellness initiatives.
Support succession planning and workforce capability development, and partner with leaders to identify workforce development needs and recommend solutions.
Maintain recruiting, workforce, and talent management documentation in ATS, HRIS, and other systems.
Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations, including Title VII, ADA, FLSA, SCA, affirmative action requirements, and federal, state, and local employment regulations.
Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding recruiting processes, talent programs, and workforce policies.
Prepare and analyze workforce metrics, including recruiting effectiveness, time-to-fill, retention trends, turnover analysis, and talent pipeline activity.
Generate reports and dashboards for HR leadership, senior management, government contracts, and client requirements.
Support ISO documentation management, audits, and process improvement initiatives.
Coordinate recruiting activities with corporate Talent Acquisition and Human Resources teams.
Lead bi-weekly staffing and workforce planning meetings with business leaders.
Participate in HR and Talent Acquisition projects, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other related duties as assigned.