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About the company

DAn Solutions

Information technology and services · 51 to 200 employees

What you'll do

• Identify and source qualified candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, professional networks, referrals, and other recruiting resources.
• Conduct proactive candidate outreach through phone calls, emails, LinkedIn messages, and other communication channels.
• Perform initial phone screenings to assess candidates' backgrounds, qualifications, career interests, and potential fit for open positions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with candidates and develop a strong pipeline of talent for current and future opportunities.
• Learn and develop an understanding of technical positions, government contracting, security clearance requirements, and the industries we support.
• Partner with senior recruiters and leadership to understand staffing requirements, hiring priorities, and effective recruiting strategies.
• Assist with coordinating interviews, scheduling candidate conversations, and maintaining communication throughout the recruiting process.
• Maintain accurate candidate records, recruiting activity, and pipeline information within our applicant tracking system.
• Conduct research on potential candidates, companies, industries, and recruiting trends.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Provide administrative, operational, and project support as needed to assist with broader company initiatives.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and continuously look for opportunities to improve processes and contribute to team success.
• Outgoing and personable:Naturally enjoys meeting people, starting conversations, and building professional relationships.
• Confident on the phone:Comfortable making outbound calls, speaking with new people, and engaging in meaningful conversations.
• An excellent communicator:Well-spoken, articulate, professional, and able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• A quick learner:Able to absorb new information, understand unfamiliar concepts, and apply what they've learned.
• Intelligent and resourceful:A strong critical thinker who asks thoughtful questions, solves problems, and can figure things out independently.
• Self-motivated and proactive:Takes initiative, stays productive, and doesn't need constant direction to make progress.
• Adaptable and flexible:Willing to step outside their primary responsibilities, learn new skills, and contribute wherever the business needs support.
• Organized and dependable:Detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Persistent and resilient:Comfortable handling rejection, following up consistently, and maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ambitious and career-minded:Interested in professional growth, increased responsibilities, and building a lasting career with DAN Solutions.
• A strong team player:Collaborative, supportive, and committed to the overall success of the organization.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a professional office environment preferred, including administrative support, customer service, sales, recruiting, or another business-related position.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of formal education.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a confident, professional demeanor.
• Comfortable making outbound phone calls and engaging with individuals from a variety of professional backgrounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, online research, and general business applications.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, processes, and industry terminology quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Previous recruiting, sourcing, sales, or talent acquisition experience is a plus, but not required.
• An interest in technical recruiting, government contracting, and business operations is highly desirable.
• Must be able to workfull-time, on-site at our Arlington, Virginia office, Monday through Friday.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and willing to undergo the security clearance process to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret clearance in the future. Final clearance eligibility is determined by the U.S. Government.

What you need

• Identify and source qualified candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, professional networks, referrals, and other recruiting resources.
• Conduct proactive candidate outreach through phone calls, emails, LinkedIn messages, and other communication channels.
• Perform initial phone screenings to assess candidates' backgrounds, qualifications, career interests, and potential fit for open positions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with candidates and develop a strong pipeline of talent for current and future opportunities.
• Learn and develop an understanding of technical positions, government contracting, security clearance requirements, and the industries we support.
• Partner with senior recruiters and leadership to understand staffing requirements, hiring priorities, and effective recruiting strategies.
• Assist with coordinating interviews, scheduling candidate conversations, and maintaining communication throughout the recruiting process.
• Maintain accurate candidate records, recruiting activity, and pipeline information within our applicant tracking system.
• Conduct research on potential candidates, companies, industries, and recruiting trends.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Provide administrative, operational, and project support as needed to assist with broader company initiatives.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities, follow through on commitments, and continuously look for opportunities to improve processes and contribute to team success.
• Outgoing and personable:Naturally enjoys meeting people, starting conversations, and building professional relationships.
• Confident on the phone:Comfortable making outbound calls, speaking with new people, and engaging in meaningful conversations.
• An excellent communicator:Well-spoken, articulate, professional, and able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• A quick learner:Able to absorb new information, understand unfamiliar concepts, and apply what they've learned.
• Intelligent and resourceful:A strong critical thinker who asks thoughtful questions, solves problems, and can figure things out independently.
• Self-motivated and proactive:Takes initiative, stays productive, and doesn't need constant direction to make progress.
• Adaptable and flexible:Willing to step outside their primary responsibilities, learn new skills, and contribute wherever the business needs support.
• Organized and dependable:Detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Persistent and resilient:Comfortable handling rejection, following up consistently, and maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ambitious and career-minded:Interested in professional growth, increased responsibilities, and building a lasting career with DAN Solutions.
• A strong team player:Collaborative, supportive, and committed to the overall success of the organization.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a professional office environment preferred, including administrative support, customer service, sales, recruiting, or another business-related position.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of formal education.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a confident, professional demeanor.
• Comfortable making outbound phone calls and engaging with individuals from a variety of professional backgrounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, online research, and general business applications.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, processes, and industry terminology quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Previous recruiting, sourcing, sales, or talent acquisition experience is a plus, but not required.
• An interest in technical recruiting, government contracting, and business operations is highly desirable.
• Must be able to workfull-time, on-site at our Arlington, Virginia office, Monday through Friday.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and willing to undergo the security clearance process to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret clearance in the future. Final clearance eligibility is determined by the U.S. Government.
• Education: a bachelor's degree

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Perks

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer-Funded 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Professional Development
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Collaborative Work Environment