Talent Acquisition Analyst

Talent Acquisition Analyst

Salary

$64,296.44 - $90,135.24 Annually

Location

Alexandria, VA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00574

Department

Department of Human Resources

Opening Date

10/08/2026

Closing Date

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

N/A

• Description
• Benefits

Talent Acquisition Analyst

Overview

Are you skilled in discovering talent and connecting them with the right career opportunity? Do you have a passion for creating talent strategies to address hiring needs and are enthusiastic about a challenging and fast-paced working environment? Are you a critical thinker who takes initiative and has a proactive approach to your work style? Would you like to join a team whose philosophy is that leadership exists at every level?

The Talent Acquisition Analyst will support the Senior Talent Acquisition Lead in developing and executing effective hiring strategies to attract and secure top talent across the organization. This individual will partner closely with Hiring Managers and Departmental Recruitment Coordinators to support hiring plans, prioritize recruitment needs, and ensure hiring goals are met with a strong sense of urgency.

The Talent Acquisition Analyst will assist with proactive candidate sourcing across a variety of channels and support the full-cycle recruiting process, from candidate identification and engagement through offer negotiation and placement. Working closely with the Senior Talent Acquisition Lead, this individual will help ensure a seamless, efficient, and positive experience for both candidates and hiring stakeholders.

Serving as a strategic recruiting partner rather than an order taker, the Talent Acquisition Analyst will demonstrate strong communication, negotiation, and written skills. The ability to craft compelling outreach, engage passive candidates, and build effective working relationships with Hiring Managers, peers, and senior-level stakeholders will be essential to success in this role.

The Opportunity

• Assist in the handling of full lifecycle recruiting for assigned searches beginning with a kick-off meeting with the hiring manager to discuss process and strategic approach

• Establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers to stay abreast of current and future hiring and business needs; executes agreed upon recruiting strategies

• Execute creative recruitment and sourcing activities including but limited to direct sourcing, industry networking, internet based and social media recruiting, vendor management, diversity and outreach to appropriate industry appropriate organizations

• Knowledge of multiple platforms for recruiting

• Understanding of strong customer service focus and demonstrated strength in cultural competence

• Streamline and automate processes for better efficiency and effectiveness

• Evaluates the resumes of prospective candidates and determines degree of skill match; recommends or declines appropriately and forwards qualified candidate resumes to the hiring manager for review

• Tracks candidate activity from initial resume submittal to hire in the applicant tracking system (ATS)

• Conducts initial employment screening interviews by e-mail, phone, face-to-face, or other platforms

• Coordinates all interview logistics and interfaces with candidates effectively during the recruiting and evaluation process

• Coordinates receiving and evaluating of interview feedback and advises hiring supervisor in the final selection process

• Advise managers and employees on staffing policies and procedures

• Collaborates with the HR Manager, Compensation & Benefits in making salary offers

• Checks references, verifies educational credentials, and coordinates background investigation of selected candidate; negotiates and makes verbal and written offers of employment

• Manages the on-boarding process of each new hire recruited and coordinates the scheduling of orientation and other on-boarding meetings

• Works with colleagues to prepare weekly reports to monitor recruitment activity, tracks vacant positions, recruiting strategies/sources, and costs

• Continually networks and builds contacts in key functional areas to assist in future recruitment activities

• Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

• Participates in various projects

• Other duties as assigned

About the Department

The Department of Human Resources comprises a dedicated team of professionals working to support the strategic direction of the City government through the recruitment, development, and retention of a high-quality workforce capable of delivering public services in a complex and stimulating community environment. Through thoughtful planning and the diligent execution of work, the Department of Human Resources focuses on the critical needs of our dynamic organization and its employees. If you are curious for a broader view, click the City of Alexandria to learn more about our great City.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

Four-Year College Degree and three years professional experience in a human resources management field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

PHR or SPHR certification.

Notes

Please note that the onsite location for this position is: 2331 Mill Road. Alexandria, VA. 22314.

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability.

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The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at DHR.TA@alexandriava.gov.

Employer City of Alexandria

Address City Hall

421 King Street,

Alexandria, Virginia, 22314

Phone 7037463784

Website http://alexandriava.gov/jobs