Recruiter – Temporary

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. Fill 40 to 50 positions, primarily research, analytic, and program roles, over the next several months .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in high-volume recruiting, applicant tracking system optimization, and compliance with federal and state hiring regulations. Proficient in utilizing ADP Workforce Now and Excel for tracking hiring metrics and improving recruitment workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords

High-Volume Recruiting ExperienceADP Workforce Now ProficiencyApplicant Tracking System ConfigurationEEO Compliance KnowledgeWorkflow Automation Experience

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

RecruitingApplicant Tracking SystemsData AnalysisHiring Metrics TrackingStructured Phone ScreeningReference CheckingCandidate CommunicationJob Posting ComplianceOffer Letter PreparationBackground Check Coordination

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationSound JudgmentIndependent Work Ability

Tools & Technologies

ADP Workforce NowExcelRecruiting ToolsWorkflow Automation ToolsScheduling Tools

Industry Keywords

Federal Contractor ExperienceEEO RequirementsState Pay TransparencyAI LawsVeterans Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Fill 40 to 50 positions, primarily research, analytic, and program roles, over the next several months
Review and triage high volumes of applications using structured scorecards and screening questions
Conduct structured phone screens and reference checks using approved question sets
Track applicant status and disposition consistently and keep candidates informed
Streamline and improve applicant tracking workflows in ADP, including requisition intake, candidate communications, scheduling, and status updates
Improve templates, automated messages, and dashboards to reduce manual work
Recommend and set up scalable recruiting tools and document processes for future use
Conduct hiring-manager kickoffs to confirm requirements, interview panels, and timelines
Coordinate interview schedules, reminders, and feedback deadlines
Report weekly on pipeline status, time to fill, and stalled searches
Post positions to the website and job boards with compliant pay ranges and language
Conduct targeted outreach through universities, professional associations, and organizations serving veterans and individuals with disabilities
Flag job requirements that may unnecessarily narrow applicant pools
Follow federal and state requirements for postings, pay transparency, applicant records, retention, Section 503, and VEVRAA
Maintain complete candidate records and escalate potential compliance issues to HR
Prepare offer letters for review using pay guidance
Hand off accepted candidates to HR for onboarding

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 4-6 years of recruiting experience, including high-volume hiring
Experience using ADP Workforce Now to lead recruiting
Experience configuring or improving applicant tracking systems
Comfort with Excel or reporting tools to track and present hiring metrics
Federal contractor experience required
Working knowledge of EEO requirements, state pay transparency and AI laws
Excellent written communication and sound judgment with confidential information
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
All candidates must be authorized to work in the US
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience recruiting in academic or research settings preferred
Experience with workflow automation or scheduling tools is a plus
Background check at the time of hire may be required, with employment contingent upon results
Resume/CV, cover letter, and three professional references required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salaried full-time role with benefits
Fully remote work within the U.S.
Temporary engagement with a defined end date of 3/31/2027
Reasonable accommodation available for the application or interview process