Recruiter/ HR Operations Analyst

Position Overview

Big Impact Tech (BIT) is a Minority-Owned Small Business providing IT and business management consulting to federal and commercial clients. We deliver mission-focused solutions in data, cloud, cybersecurity, and program management.


We’re looking for a high-energy, hands-on Recruiter & HR Operations Analyst with 3-4 years to own recruiting from the ground up in a true startup environment. You’ll build processes, implement tools, and wear multiple hats in a fast-paced, high-impact role that combines recruiting with HR coordination and administrative support to leadership.


Key Responsibilities

· Manage full-cycle recruiting process: Sourcing, screening, interview coordination, feedback debriefs, offer negotiation, and pre-onboarding

· Proactively source passive candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searches, Monster.com, ClearanceJobs.com and employee referrals

· Build and maintain talent pipelines for recurring and critical roles

· Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team culture, and success profiles

· Partner with external staffing agencies and recruiting firms to augment in-house efforts and meet aggressive hiring goals

· Track, analyze, and report recruiting metrics (time-to-fill, source of hire, pipeline health, offer acceptance rates) to leadership on a weekly/monthly basis

· Deliver an exceptional candidate experience at every touchpoint (fast response times, transparent communication, thoughtful feedback)

· Design, implement, and continuously improve recruiting processes, templates, tools, ATS setup, and employer branding from scratch

· Provide HR coordination assistance: new-hire onboarding, security paperwork support, benefits enrollment assistance, and basic employee record maintenance

· Offer administrative support to the leadership team as needed

· Represent the company at career fairs, meetups, and events

· Develop and execute social media strategies to promote job openings, create engaging content (posts, videos, employee stories), and build employer brand on platforms like LinkedIn, ClearanceJobs and Monster.com.

· Analyze social media and recruitment performance data to track engagement, optimize strategies, and improve candidate attraction.

· Ensure compliance with OFCCP regulations, including affirmative action outreach, recordkeeping, and reporting for federal contracting obligations

· Manage relationships with subcontractors and staffing agencies

· Developed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) and led process improvement initiatives

· Specialized in full-cycle sourcing and recruiting for cleared technical roles (e.g., Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI), including passive candidate engagement and navigating security clearance requirements


Required Qualifications

· 3–4 years of full-cycle recruiting experience (tech, startup, or government contracting strongly preferred)

· Proven ability to source and close passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter and other creative methods

· High ownership mindset, sense of urgency, and ability to juggle multiple priorities

· Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills

· U.S. citizenship and Active Secret clearance

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

What We Offer

· Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

· PTO / flexible work environment

· The opportunity to shape recruiting processes and culture at a growing, fast-paced company