Contract Recruiter (1099 Contract) - Federal

Must be US-Based

Remote, #Workfromhome

·       Are you the type of recruiter who likes the thrill of the hunt?

·       Can you demonstrate success in recruiting Cleared Data, Embedded, Hardware, or Systems Engineering technical talent from leading Federal Contractors?

·       Are you skilled in sourcing through multiple channels and networking with candidates to build a slate of qualified candidates for your clients?

·       Do you have exceptional candidate control and know how to qualify and close?

If so, we may have just the opportunity you've been looking for!

@Orchard provides expert commercial talent acquisition solutions to leading technology firms through Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and strategic search. Owing to the growth in demand, @Orchard has an immediate need for contract recruiters who can demonstrate a record of success recruiting a variety of technical and data engineering talent in a fast-turnaround environment. If you have agency or RPO experience where speed to market matters, we should talk. We are looking for recruiters who are motivated and agile, and understand that every client's need is critical and time-sensitive. 

Responsibilities:

• Proactively go-to-market with active opportunities, including cold-calling and networking with candidates, not just email from a search or waiting for applicants.
• Source, screen, qualify, and close talent against specific requirements quickly for our clients or for @Orchard to engage.
• Create a positive candidate experience through professional and transparent communication while ensuring the candidate is accurately assessed for viability against the need.
• Track all activity within our applicant tracking system (ATS), ensuring that data is preserved for future reference.
• Track progress against recruiting goals and client projects in recruiting spreadsheets or tools
• Develop and execute a personal time management plan to effectively support and manage a variety of client hiring needs
• Develop and maintain solid networks of candidates and foster strong client relationships

 
Qualifications:

• 5+ years of technical recruiting experience including support of Federal engagements. 
• Prior success recruiting US citizens with engineering talent rapidly, including cleared personnel
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

This is a 1099 contract position with no specific time parameter; some projects are short-term, others may last longer, and you may move from project to project based on demand. Everything is driven by performance and customer demand. Hourly rates will vary based on your directly relevant experience and results. You must be located in the United States with full work eligibility, without visa sponsorship.

@Orchard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.