Sourcer/Proposal Recruiting Specialist

One Federal Solution

. Partner with Business Development to review live proposals, RFIs, draft solicitation and the opportunity pipeline; identify anticipated staffing needs and begin candidate research early .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeTysons • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in candidate sourcing, recruitment coordination, and proposal support, with a strong focus on federal government contracting and compliance. Proficient in managing candidate pipelines and maintaining accurate documentation to meet proposal deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Candidate ResearchRecruiting CoordinationFederal Proposal ExperienceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyApplicant Tracking System Experience

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Hard Skills

RecruitingTalent SourcingCandidate OutreachProposal DocumentationCandidate Qualification AssessmentResume FormattingSecurity Clearance VerificationRFI and RFP FamiliaritySourcing for Specialized RolesAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationRelationship BuildingOrganizationCollaborationFollow-Through

Tools & Technologies

LinkedIn RecruiterWorkable ATSCRM ToolsAI Sourcing ToolsCandidate Pipeline Tools

Industry Keywords

Federal Government ContractorsProposal CyclesKey Personnel RequirementsContract StaffingRFP Releases

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Business Development to review live proposals, RFIs, draft solicitation and the opportunity pipeline; identify anticipated staffing needs and begin candidate research early
Identify, source and engage qualified candidates for proposed Key Personnel and other high-priority proposal positions through professional networks, candidate databases, referrals, job boards, and other approved channels
Assess candidate interest, availability, relevant experience and compensation expectations; explain the opportunity and maintain timely follow-up throughout the proposal process
Coordinate and obtain resumes, letters of commitment and other candidate materials; track outstanding items and confirm materials are complete, current, and consistent with solicitation instructions
Build and maintain an organized pipeline of future candidates for proposal efforts, including candidate profiles, resumes, contact history, availability, sourcing status, and follow-up actions
Review candidate qualifications against stated requirements, flag gaps for the proposal and recruiting teams and ensure candidate experience is represented accurately in proposal materials
Provide timely updates to Business Development, Recruiting and Operations regarding sourcing progress, candidate risks, documentation gaps, and potential alternatives so proposal deadlines can be met
Monitor RFI and early-stage opportunity activity to develop candidate options before an RFP is released, updating the pipeline as requirements change
As capacity allows, support open positions on active contracts through sourcing, initial outreach, screening coordination and handoff to the assigned recruiter or hiring team
Coordinate candidate clearance verification through authorized company security or FSO processes; document the verified status and eligibility information relevant to the opportunity
Assist with formatting candidate resumes for proposal submissions, following solicitation instructions and required templates while preserving accuracy and ensuring all experience is supported by the candidate’s materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 2 years of experience in recruiting, talent sourcing, staffing, recruiting coordination, equivalent relevant experience may be considered
Strong candidate research, outreach, and relationship-building skills, including the ability to engage professionals who may not be actively seeking a new role
Clear written and verbal communication skills, sound follow-through and the ability to manage multiple candidates, opportunities and deadlines
Strong organization and attention to detail, particularly when maintaining candidate records and collecting time-sensitive proposal documentation
Ability to collaborate effectively with Business Development, Recruiting, and Operations in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using applicant tracking, CRM, or candidate pipeline tools
Experience supporting federal government contractors, federal proposals, or contract staffing
Familiarity with federal proposal cycles, including RFIs, draft RFPs, RFP releases, Key Personnel requirements, resumes, and letters of commitment
Experience sourcing for professional, technical, management, or other specialized roles, including positions that require suitability or security clearances
Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter or similar sourcing platforms
Experience with the Workable applicant tracking system (ATS)
Experience using AI tools to support sourcing, candidate research, resume review or formatting, and outreach preparation, with appropriate human review and protection of candidate information