Recruiting Specialist

Recruiting Specialist – Corporate Recruiting team, Abingdon, MD (entry‑level).

About the role

Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. (MRA) and Geo‑Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) are seeking a motivated, personable, and energetic Recruiting Specialist to join our Corporate Recruiting team. The role is entry‑level, with training and support provided to learn recruiting processes and the engineering and technical positions we support.

Responsibilities

• Source and engage active and passive candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, social media, and other recruiting platforms.
• Coordinate and schedule virtual and in‑person interviews.
• Pre‑screen candidates and conduct reference checks.
• Prepare and send offer letters and coordinate the offer process.
• Post and manage job openings through our ATS, LinkedIn, Indeed, and other sites.
• Partner with recruiters and hiring managers throughout the recruiting process.
• Maintain accurate candidate and requisition information in the ATS.
• Support onboarding by coordinating new hire paperwork and pre‑employment requirements.
• Learn about the engineering, environmental, surveying, construction, and related positions we recruit for.
• Stay current on recruiting trends, tools, and best practices.

Requirements

• Personable and confident communicator who enjoys interacting with people.
• Self‑motivated and eager to learn, with a genuine interest in recruiting and helping people find the right opportunities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on assignments.
• Professional, positive attitude and ability to work well as part of a team.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning new software and technology.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications or a related field preferred (not required).
• Previous recruiting, customer service, sales, or other people‑focused experience is a plus.
• Must be US citizen or Permanent Resident – visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional overtime as required. Initially in‑office; potential hybrid schedule after a 6‑9 month training period. Dress code is business casual.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including company‑paid life and long‑term disability insurance, optional short‑term disability, accident & critical illness.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Education assistance program.
• Employee assistance program (counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, life coaching, etc.).
• Peak Health wellness plan (personalized nurse consultations, no‑cost lab work, ongoing wellness support).
• Employee recognition program.
• Team spirit & fun events (company picnics, supportive work environment).
• Collaborative, people‑first culture and business‑casual environment.