Recruiting Coordinator / Talent Sourcer Celertek, a DBA of Spectrum Careers
Location: Tysons Corner, VA / Washington, DC Metro Area
Schedule: 30–40 hours per week
Compensation: $35–$50 per hour, based on experience
Employment Classification: Hourly, Non-ExemptAbout Celertek Celertek, a DBA of Spectrum Careers, is a boutique IT staffing and professional services firm specializing in connecting exceptional talent with organizations across the Washington, DC metropolitan area and beyond. We partner with a diverse portfolio of clients, including technology companies, nonprofits, associations, government contractors, and private equity-backed businesses. Our recruiting practice supports a wide range of technical and business functions, including software development, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, data and analytics, project management, and technology leadership. We pride ourselves on taking a relationship-driven approach to recruiting, emphasizing quality, responsiveness, and a strong understanding of both our clients' businesses and the professionals we represent.
About the Opportunity:
We are seeking a highly organized, resourceful, and proactive Recruiting Coordinator / Talent Sourcer to support our recruiting team in identifying, engaging, and managing talent across a variety of technical and professional positions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys the research, sourcing, and relationship-building aspects of recruiting and wants to contribute meaningfully to a fast-paced staffing organization. You will work closely with our recruiters and recruiting leadership to build candidate pipelines, coordinate recruiting activities, maintain accurate records, and ensure candidates receive a positive and professional experience throughout the recruiting process. While this position is not responsible for managing a full recruiting desk, it plays an important role in helping our team operate efficiently, maintain candidate engagement, and deliver results for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Sourcing & Candidate Research:
Identify and source qualified candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, internal databases, referrals, and other recruiting platforms.
Conduct targeted searches using Boolean strings and creative sourcing strategies to identify talent for technical and professional positions.
Build and maintain candidate pipelines for current openings and anticipated hiring needs.
Review resumes and candidate profiles to assess alignment with position requirements.
Conduct initial candidate outreach to gauge interest, availability, compensation expectations, and general qualifications.
Support recruiters with market research, talent mapping, and identifying prospective candidates for difficult-to-fill positions.
Recruiting Coordination & Candidate Engagement:
Coordinate candidate interviews, recruiter conversations, and follow-up communications.
Maintain consistent communication with candidates to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruiting process.
Assist with scheduling, interview confirmations, and collecting candidate availability.
Track candidate responses, interview activity, and outstanding follow-up items.
Help maintain relationships with candidates who may be suitable for future opportunities.
Support recruiters in collecting and organizing candidate information needed for client submissions.
Recruiting Operations & Administrative Support:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records within our applicant tracking system (ATS).Track recruiting activity, candidate status, and pipeline development.
Assist with resume formatting, candidate submissions, and recruiting documentation.
Support job postings and the management of active requisitions across recruiting platforms.
Help identify opportunities to improve recruiting workflows, database organization, and team efficiency.
Provide administrative and operational support to the recruiting team as needed.
Qualifications
Required:
1–3+ years of experience in recruiting coordination, talent sourcing, staffing, or a related talent acquisition function. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Experience using LinkedIn and other professional networking or recruiting platforms. Strong follow-through and the ability to independently manage assigned responsibilities. Comfortable communicating directly with candidates by phone, email, and other professional channels. A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of tasks without requiring constant direction.
Preferred:- Previous experience working in a staffing agency or recruiting firm.
- Exposure to technical recruiting, particularly software development, cybersecurity, infrastructure, or data-related positions.
- Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, applicant tracking systems, and job boards.
- Familiarity with Boolean search techniques and candidate sourcing strategies.
- Experience coordinating interviews and managing candidate pipelines across multiple requisitions.
- What Makes Someone Successful in This RoleWe are looking for someone who is naturally organized, detail-oriented, and genuinely enjoys connecting with people.
- The right person understands that successful recruiting requires more than identifying candidates. It requires thoughtful communication, consistent follow-through, and the ability to build relationships that reflect positively on our organization.
- You will thrive in this role if you:
- Take initiative and anticipate what needs to happen next.
- Enjoy researching and finding candidates who may not be actively looking.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with candidates and colleagues.
- Are comfortable making phone calls and engaging candidates in meaningful conversations.
- Follow through on commitments and keep accurate records.
- Can balance competing priorities while maintaining a high level of quality.
- Enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a team's success.
Compensation & Schedule:
This position offers an hourly rate of $30–$50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
We anticipate approximately 30–40 hours per week, with scheduling determined by business needs and mutual availability.
The position is classified as non-exempt, and all hours worked will be recorded and compensated in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws.
