Significance is a woman-owned consulting firm serving the federal government. We are known for building trusted relationships within our teams and with our clients and hiring the highest-level experts who implement innovative solutions. We also like to have fun! Our focus on culture has contributed to Significance being named a Washington Business Journal Best Place to Work each of the last seven years.Significance Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Recruiter to join our growing Talent Acquisition team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career recruiting professional who is passionate about connecting exceptional talent with meaningful federal programs and who thrives in a culture built on trust, collaboration, and genuine respect for people.The Junior Recruiter will support full lifecycle recruiting efforts across a variety of positions supporting both federal civilian and DoD customers. This role will report directly to the Talent Acquisition Manager and will work closely with Hiring Managers and leadership to identify, engage, and manage candidates throughout the hiring process. The Junior Recruiter will help shape the candidate’s experience and contribute to the team’s continued growth and success.Responsibilities:Own full lifecycle recruiting activities for cleared and uncleared positionsSource candidates utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, job boards, referrals, and internal database (ATS)Typically manages 4-6 active requisitions, with flexibility to support additional hiring needs tied to new federal contract awards of varying sizeSupport consistent sourcing activity each week to ensure healthy pipeline generation for priority rolesConduct initial recruiter screens to assess candidate qualifications, communication skills, and overall fitCoordinate interviews between candidates and hiring teamsMaintain accurate and timely data within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by ensuring all candidate information, workflows, and documentation is up to date and accurateDeliver a high-quality candidate experience through consistent communication and follow-throughParticipate in recruiting events, job fairs, networking and other talent-focused initiativesQualifications:1–3 years of recruiting or staffing experiencePrevious experience supporting government contracting or technical recruitingAbility to successfully manage multiple open requisitions and recruiting activities in a fast-paced federal consulting environmentStrong communication and organizational skillsStrong sense of urgency, adaptability, and ability to effectively prioritize a high volume of recruiting activityProficiency with using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to source candidates, manage recruiting activity and build and maintain candidate pipelinesAbility to utilize creative sourcing strategies and search techniques, including Boolean searchesStrong organizational skills with the ability to stay proactive, maintain attention to detail, and follow through on recruiting activities and candidate communicationProficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and ExcelBachelor’s degree preferred but not required based on experienceReferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s DegreeExposure to DoD or federal civilian recruitingFamiliarity with security clearances and government contracting terminologyExperience supporting recruiting coordination and candidate schedulingWhy Join Significance?Collaborative and supportive team environmentOpportunity for growth and mentorship within Talent AcquisitionExposure to meaningful federal and defense programsCompetitive compensation and benefits packagePeople-focused culture with strong leadership supportAt Significance, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. Our pay ranges are based on the local cost of labor benchmarks for each specific role, level, and geographic location. We carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to experience; job-related skill sets; relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs. The salary range listed is for the level at which this job has been scoped. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for a comprehensive and generous benefits package. We are an E-Verify EmployerWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
