Recruiter (Government Contracting)

ASR International is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Recruiter to support hiring efforts for federal government contracts and corporate operations nationwide. Based in Hauppauge, NY, this role is responsible for sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified candidates across a variety of professional, technical, engineering, and program management disciplines.

The ideal candidate will have government contracting recruiting experience, strong sourcing and relationship-building skills, and the ability to successfully manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment. ASR maintains a continuous recruiting strategy to support existing contracts, surge staffing requirements, and future growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process from requisition approval through onboarding.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, networking, referrals, industry associations, and direct outreach.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial candidate interviews.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers, program managers, and executive leadership.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines for future federal contract opportunities.
• Prepare job postings and ensure positions are advertised across appropriate recruiting channels.
• Track candidate activity and maintain accurate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Communicate regularly with candidates regarding application status and next steps.
• Support proposal staffing activities by identifying and recruiting qualified personnel for upcoming contract pursuits.
• Conduct reference checks, employment verifications, and salary discussions.
• Partner with program managers to understand labor category requirements, clearance needs, and contract-specific qualifications.
• Assist with onboarding activities and new-hire documentation.
• Attend career fairs, networking events, and recruiting conferences as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal employment regulations and company hiring policies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of recruiting or talent acquisition experience.
• Experience sourcing and recruiting professional candidates.
• Strong interviewing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open positions simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting for federal government contractors.
• Knowledge of federal labor categories, security clearances, and contract staffing requirements.
• Experience with JazzHR or similar ATS platforms.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other sourcing tools.
• Experience recruiting engineers, project managers, inspectors, analysts, IT professionals, or administrative support personnel.
• Understanding of federal acquisition and contract staffing environments.

Why Join ASR International?

• Competitive salary and performance-based growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.
• Opportunity to directly impact company growth and contract success.
• Exposure to a wide range of federal agencies and projects nationwide.
• Corporate-office-based position with leadership visibility and advancement potential.