• HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist

    JHNA (California, MD)


    California, MD, USA | Full Time

     

    JHNA is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team supporting government contracting operations. This dual-role position blends human resources support with full-cycle recruitment responsibilities, playing a critical role in maintaining compliance with federal regulations and building a high-performing workforce.

     

    The ideal candidate will bring knowledge of HR practices, recruiting strategies in the cleared and non-cleared space, and a strong understanding of GovCon compliance requirements, such as OFCCP, EEO, and FAR.

    Roles/Responsibilities:

    Recruiting (50%):

    + Manage full-cycle recruitment for both cleared and non-cleared positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.

    + Develop talent pipelines for high-demand roles and proposals, maintaining relationships with passive candidates.

    + Collaborate with hiring managers to forecast staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.

    + Create job postings compliant with OFCCP and internal guidelines; post on government-compliant job boards.

    Human Resources (50%):

    + Administer HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws (e.g., EEO, FMLA, ADA, FLSA).

    + Support onboarding and orientation of new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.

    + Maintain employee records in compliance with company policy and government regulations.

    + Assist with benefits administration, employee relations, and performance management processes.

    + Help ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other contractual HR requirements.

    + Contribute to audits, reporting, and internal reviews as required by government contracts.

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; a combination of education and experience can be used in lieu of degree.

    + 3-5 years of experience in HR and recruiting, preferably in a GovCon environment.

    + Familiarity with government contracting regulations (e.g., OFCCP, FAR, DFARS, E-Verify).

    + Experience recruiting for cleared positions and working with government customers/agencies.

    + Knowledge of HRIS/ATS systems (e.g., iSolved, iCIMS, etc.).

    + Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

    + Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain confidentiality.

    + Ability to obtain a security clearance.

    Work Environment:

    + This position may require occasional travel for recruiting events or HR support.

     

    JHNA is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employees. The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. JHNA/TSA provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.