Transition Staffing/Recruiting Lead

Founded in 2003, IT Concepts’ core values – customer-centricity, teamwork, driven to deliver, innovation, and integrity – ensure we work together to be the best, realize objectives, and make a positive impact in our communities. We intentionally created and sustain our ITC culture that embraces change, experimentation, continuous learning, and improvement. We bring our design thinking problem-solving approach that challenges assumptions, prioritizes curiosity, and invites complexity to deliver innovative, efficient, and practical solutions. As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.

IT Concepts, Inc. (ITC) is seeking an experienced Transition Staffing/ Recruiting Lead to support all Pre-Award, Contingent, and newly awarded contracts. Transition Staffing/Recruiting Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing staffing and recruiting strategies to support organizational transitions, such as mergers, acquisitions, expansions, or restructuring efforts. This role ensures that staffing needs align with organizational goals while managing timelines, budgets, and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of workforce planning, talent acquisition, and change management.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Workforce Planning

• Collaborate with leadership to understand transition-related staffing needs and goals.
• Develop workforce strategies to address gaps, surpluses, or critical skill shortages.
• Align recruitment plans with organizational objectives and timelines.

Recruitment and Selection

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Develop targeted recruiting campaigns to attract qualified candidates for transition-critical roles.
• Utilize various recruitment channels, including job boards, social media, employee referrals, and recruitment agencies.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

Change Management Support

• Partner with HR and leadership to anticipate and mitigate staffing challenges during transitions.
• Assist with role realignments, reassignments, and reorganization efforts.
• Maintain transparency and communication with stakeholders regarding recruitment progress and workforce changes.

Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure all staffing activities comply with employment laws, company policies, and industry regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of recruitment efforts, candidate information, and hiring metrics.
• Generate reports to track progress against staffing goals and identify areas for improvement.

Team Leadership and Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a team of recruiters or staffing coordinators, as needed.
• Collaborate with HR, department heads, and transition teams to align on staffing needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with external vendors, contractors, and recruitment partners.

• Serves as centralized POC for all transition & execution staffing requirements to meet customer needs
• Reviews selects, and places candidates in the correct LCAT/Skill Level.
• Resolves conflicts in staffing needs across recruiting teams of the prime contractor and subcontractors.
• Monitor staffing levels, track workforce metrics (such as turnover rates, vacancy rates, and time-to-fill positions), and adjust recruitment strategies as needed.
• Maintains a centralized 'best athlete' database of all viable candidates to meet all contractual staffing requirements.
• Project vacancies and establish the time-phased flow of personnel to ensure complete staffing. 
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring that they receive the necessary training, security clearances, and resources to be integrated into their roles quickly and effectively.
• Provide recommendations for staffing timeline adjustment based on implementation changes and/or the availability of qualified applicants for critical roles.

Location: Remote, reside in the United States and able to work EST hours. Willing/Able to travel per company and contract needs.

• Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, staffing, or HR management.
• Experience managing staffing during organizational transitions is highly preferred.
• Skills and Competencies
• Strong understanding of workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR management software.
• Analytical skills to assess recruitment data and workforce trends.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Federal Government Contracting experience with Proposals, Contingent, and New award processes.
• Proficiency in analyzing staffing data, such as time-to-hire metrics, retention rates, and workforce demographics, to make informed staffing decisions and improve recruitment processes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work with Teams, but self-motivated to complete projects on your own.
• Ability to adapt to changing staffing requirements, manage recruitment challenges, and develop creative solutions to meet short-term and long-term staffing needs
• Preferred Qualifications
• Professional certifications, such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
• Program Manager level certifications and experience
• Experience with large-scale hiring initiatives or project-based staffing.
• In-depth knowledge of federal hiring laws, DoD-specific recruitment policies, and procedures, including EEO guidelines and veteran preference programs.
• Ability to assess current workforce capabilities, predict future staffing needs, and create strategic recruitment plans to address those needs effectively.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be willing/able to get DOD Secret clearance, prefer to have active DOD Secret, TS/SCI may be required for some positions

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. 

We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. 

We work hard, we play hard. ITC is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

AAEO & VEVRAA

ITC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a VEVRAA (Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act) Federal Contractor. As such, any personnel decisions (hire, promotion, job status, etc.) on applicants and/or employees are based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business needs, not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information of the employee or family member of the employee, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

ITC maintains a strong commitment to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As a part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, ITC has established an affirmative action plan that outlines our commitment to the recruitment, hiring, and advancement of protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary, and it will not impact your eligibility for employment.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@useitc.com.