Talent Acquisition Specialist 3 at Protection Strategies Inc – Knoxville, Tennessee
About This Position
Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI)
Corporate Recruiter
Location: Knoxville, TN or Remote
About PSI
Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business committed to providing security solutions and personnel security expertise to the U.S. Government. We are mission-driven, people-focused, and committed to safeguarding our clients’ interests with integrity and innovation. PSI is willing to sponsor candidates for Top Secret Clearance for specific roles that require it.
Why Join PSI
At PSI, People First, Mission Always isn’t just a motto—it’s how we operate. We offer a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where your work supports critical government missions. Your dedication to safety and security is valued and recognized within our mission-driven culture.
Benefits Include
Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Wellness Programs, Employee Assistance Programs, GoodRx, Commuter Benefits, Disability Products, and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/HRA).
Position Overview
The Corporate Recruiter provides full-cycle recruiting services including sourcing, screening, and delivering qualified candidates to fill open positions. This role recruits for domestic cleared and non-cleared administrative and technical positions and maintains accurate documentation within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). The role may also support day-to-day HR administrative functions. This position is remote but requires local travel to job fairs, networking events, and recruiting functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Hiring Managers to develop, revise, and maintain job descriptions
- Create and manage electronic job postings across approved job boards and social media platforms
- Recruit passive and active candidates through multiple sourcing channels
- Screen applicants within ATS and conduct phone or email interviews
- Conduct sourcing activities and track sourcing metrics to maintain strong talent pipelines
- Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communications
- Partner with leadership on workforce planning and staffing forecasts
- Extend verbal and written offers consistent with company policies
- Maintain accurate applicant disposition and compliance documentation in ATS
- Ensure recruitment activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations
- Perform file audits to ensure required documentation is collected and maintained
- Provide administrative HR support and assist with special projects as needed
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or equivalent HR experience
- Minimum five (5) years of recruitment-specific experience
- Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to interpret data and analyze information effectively
- Experience reporting on KPI’s and Metrics
- Ability to analyze recruiting data and adjust sourcing strategies to meet or exceed hiring targets.
- Experience building and maintaining dashboards to track pipeline health and recruiter productivity.
- Experience presenting recruiting performance data to leadership and making recommendations based on trends and insights.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience recruiting for a government contractor
- Experience recruiting for hard-to-fill or cleared positions
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen.
Practical AI Application
- Applies AI tools to streamline workflows, enhance decision-making, and improve outcomes
- Understands the strengths and limitations of AI systems and exercises sound judgment in their use
- Continuously explores new AI capabilities and integrates them into day-to-day work where appropriate
- Uses AI in alignment with company and customer-specific policies, data privacy standards, and ethical guidelines
- Exercises discretion when using AI with sensitive or proprietary information
- Demonstrates awareness of bias, accuracy, and risk considerations when leveraging AI tools