Federal Recruiter

<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Federal Recruiter</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Provide leadership, support, and vision during the process of acquiring and placing applicants to meet the staffing needs of the company and shares responsibility for reducing turnover within the company by staffing positions with quality candidates that meet the criteria of the positions. </span></p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"> </p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Compensation & Benefits:</strong></span></p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Estimated Starting Salary Range for <strong>Recruiter Federal</strong>: Pay commensurate with experience.</span></p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.<span>  </span>Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.</span></p><p> </p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts supporting federal government contracting programs by sourcing, engaging, and hiring qualified talent while ensuring compliance with federal hiring regulations and organizational staffing goals.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 48px;"><li>Manage full-cycle recruiting for cleared and non-cleared positions</li><li>Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting strategies and hiring plans</li><li>Source candidates through networking, referrals, job boards, events, and passive outreach</li><li>Conduct phone screens, coordinate interviews, and manage candidate communications</li><li>Maintain accurate ATS documentation, disposition codes, and recruiting records</li><li>Support pre-employment processes including background checks, drug screens, and verifications</li><li>Ensure compliance with OFCCP, EEO/AA, Native Preference, and federal contracting requirements</li><li>Analyze market trends and provide staffing recommendations</li><li>Support college outreach, recruiting events, and strategic hiring initiatives</li><li>Negotiate offers and manage onboarding coordination</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 48px;"><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience</li><li>5+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in federal contracting or cleared recruiting</li><li>Knowledge of DoD/IC recruiting, security clearances, and federal hiring regulations</li><li>Experience with enterprise ATS and CRM platforms</li><li>Strong sourcing, communication, organization, and relationship-building skills</li><li>Proven success in a metrics-driven recruiting environment</li></ul><p style="background-color: white;"> </p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Company Information:</strong></span></p><p><strong>Cherokee Federal</strong> is a part of CNB – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and <strong>serving</strong> the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about<strong> Cherokee Federal</strong>, visit cherokee-federal.com.</p><p style="background-color: white;"> </p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black;"><span><strong>#CherokeeFederal #LI-WD1</strong></span></span></p><p style="background-color: white;"> </p><p style="background-color: white; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.</span></p><p style="background-color: white;"> </p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>5 Keywords</strong></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Talent Acquisition</strong></span></p></li><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Applicant Tracking System (ATS)</strong></span></p></li><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Full Lifecycle Recruiting</strong></span></p></li><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Federal Contracting Compliance</strong></span></p></li><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Security Clearance Recruiting</strong></span></p></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; margin-left: 0.25in;"> </p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>5 Similar Job Titles</strong></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Talent Acquisition Specialist</strong></span></p></li><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Technical Recruiter</strong></span></p></li><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Federal Staffing Specialist</strong></span></p></li><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Cleared Talent Recruiter</strong></span></p></li><li><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Recruitment Coordinator</strong></span></p></li></ul><p style="background-color: white;"> </p><p style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><strong>Legal Disclaimer: </strong>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.</span></p><p style="background-color: white;"> </p><p style="background-color: white;"><a name="_Hlk146030743"><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.</span></a></p><p style="background-color: white;"> </p>

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