Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist - Full Life Cycle Recruitment for Government Contracting Roles

Join Bixal, a Fast-Growing Digital Transformation Agency, as a Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist

Bixal is a dynamic consulting company based in Fairfax, VA, that empowers governments and organizations to deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. By leveraging evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal fosters a culture of learning and continuous improvement, enabling clients to achieve their missions more effectively. We're now seeking an experienced and driven Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our collaborative team in a remote capacity.

About the Role

As a Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist at Bixal, you will play a pivotal role in driving full-life-cycle recruitment for government contracting roles and home-office positions across the United States and abroad. This is a fantastic opportunity to utilize your technical recruitment expertise, proactive sourcing skills, and industry knowledge to build pipelines of top talent and meet organizational needs with agility and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategically identify and engage high-caliber candidates through advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, social media platforms, professional associations, and talent communities.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of cleared and non-cleared candidates for current and future needs, focusing on high-demand technical and functional roles.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment, from requisition intake to onboarding, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience.
• Recruit for positions aligned with government contracting requirements, including understanding clearance levels (e.g., Secret, TS/SCI) and adhering to FAR, DFARS, and other regulations.
• Partner closely with hiring managers, proposal teams, and leadership to anticipate staffing needs, develop hiring strategies, and create compelling job descriptions.
• Support global hiring efforts, including sourcing candidates for overseas assignments, understanding regional compliance requirements, and managing relocation processes.
• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with OFCCP, EEO, and other applicable laws, maintaining accurate records in the ATS and providing regular hiring metrics to leadership.
• Promote the organization's mission and culture through targeted outreach, social media campaigns, and participation in industry events to attract diverse talent.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitive hiring practices to inform recruitment strategies and enhance candidate engagement.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing the Talent Acquisition team's service delivery, such as process improvement projects, implementing new tools or technologies, and developing best practices.
• Contribute to business development and thought leadership through content creation, industry presentations, and identifying growth opportunities in federal sector OD and talent management.
• Perform other duties as required.

Essential Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

• A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, plus at least 4 years of related experience in full-life-cycle recruitment, with a proven track record of proactive sourcing for government contracting roles.
• A strong understanding of technical roles, such as software development, cybersecurity, and data analysis, and familiarity with industry tools and frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize advanced sourcing techniques and tools to identify and engage passive candidates.
• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with hiring regulations and requirements, including OFCCP, EEO, and other government-specific compliance standards.
• Proficiency in ATS platforms (e.g., iCIMS, Workday, Taleo), LinkedIn Recruiter, and sourcing tools like Hiretual or SeekOut.
• A proven commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging in all work.

Preferred Qualifications

While not essential, the following qualifications are highly desirable:

• Experience with International Recruitment, particularly sourcing candidates for overseas assignments and understanding regional compliance requirements.
• Experience recruiting for Public Trust and Secret Clearance roles, with a strong understanding of clearance levels and related regulations.
• AIRS Certifications, demonstrating expertise in recruitment and talent acquisition.

What We Offer

At Bixal, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a range of perks that support your well-being and career growth. These include:

• A competitive base salary, reflecting your experience and qualifications.
• Flex hours and work-from-home flexibility, allowing you to balance your work and personal life.
• A 401K plan with a matching incentive, helping you plan for your future.
• Parental Leave, supporting you during significant life events.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, ensuring you and your family stay healthy.
• A Flex Spending Account, helping you manage your healthcare expenses.
• Company-provided short-term disability and life insurance, providing financial security.
• Commuter benefits, making your daily commute more manageable.
• Generous PTO and 11 Paid holidays, allowing you to recharge and enjoy time with loved ones.
• Professional development opportunities, supporting your ongoing growth and learning.
• A new business referral bonus, rewarding your contributions to our growth.

Career Growth and Learning Benefits

As a Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist at Bixal, you'll have opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. You'll be working on complex recruitment projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to business development and thought leadership initiatives. Our commitment to ongoing learning and professional development ensures you'll stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Bixal is a dynamic and inclusive organization that values diversity, equity, and belonging. Our remote work environment is supported by robust technology and collaboration tools, ensuring you can work effectively from anywhere. We're committed to creating a culture that is inclusive, supportive, and empowering, where everyone can thrive and grow.

Join Our Team

If you're a driven and resourceful Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply. Don't worry if you don't meet every single requirement – we value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all. Submit your application today and become a key member of our collaborative team!

We're excited to hear from you and explore how you can contribute to our mission to empower governments and organizations to deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve.