Entry Level Talent Acquisition Specialist
The Entry Level Talent Acquisition Specialist at Confidential Client supports the recruitment of technical talent for federal IT roles, managing candidate sourcing, screening, and onboarding processes. This hybrid role offers recent graduates training in federal IT staffing and recruiting, providing exposure to sales collaboration and full-cycle recruiting responsibilities in a dynamic federal services environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Talent Acquisition Specialist for a hybrid role based in Tysons, VA (onsite ~3 days/week). This is an entry-level opportunity ideal for recent college graduates who want hands-on training in recruiting, candidate sourcing, and federal IT staffing. No prior recruiting experience is required — training will be provided.
What You’ll Do
- Find candidates for technical and IT roles using internal databases, job boards, LinkedIn, and referrals
- Screen candidates by phone and video; assess backgrounds and (when applicable) clearance eligibility
- Coordinate interviews and keep candidates informed at each stage of the process
- Support the Sales/Business Development team with research and lead generation
- Assist with onboarding and maintain relationships with new hires after they start
- Track activity and candidate progress in the applicant tracking system
- Progress toward full-cycle recruiting responsibilities, including presenting offers and negotiating compensation
Who We’re Looking For (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree completed or expected by 12/2026
- Current authorization to work in the United States for any employer
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong phone etiquette
- Highly motivated, organized, reliable, and professional in demeanor
- Curious about technology and open to learning IT role basics and federal contracting concepts
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship, part-time, or campus experience in recruiting, HR, sales, customer service, or other people-focused roles
- Interest in federal government work, technology, or the defense community
Employment Type & Location
- Employment type: Full-time (Contractor opportunities may also be possible per role scope)
- Location: Tysons, VA — hybrid (onsite ≈ 3 days per week)
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $50,000 – $65,000 USD (provided by Confidential Client as a guideline; final offers consider experience, skills, and market factors)
- Confidential Client provides a benefits package for full-time employees. Details will be shared during the hiring process.
Additional Information
Confidential Client is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in the application process. If you require an accommodation, please note this during application and the hiring team will assist.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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