TALENT ACQUISITION REP 1

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. This is a full-time, 1st shift role with up to 50% travel required. Relocation assistance is not available.

About the Role

Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) is seeking a recruiter to support hiring for trades positions. This position will recruit prospective employees into our workforce development pipeline programs and act as a liaison with local high schools and trade schools. You will serve as the central point of contact with education partners, connecting with students and others looking to develop experience in the skilled trades.

The environment is fast-paced, requiring the ability to multi-task as you review applications, conduct interviews, extend formal job offers, work with outside agencies and vendors, attend hiring events, and support high school and trade school career fairs. We prioritize the candidate experience and seek a positive communicator to highlight why NNS is the employer of choice for the next generation of shipbuilders.

You will positively impact the workforce by developing connections with candidates and stakeholders to efficiently achieve goals. Collaboration, a sense of urgency, responsiveness, and critical thinking are essential to success in this team-oriented role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews to recruit prospective employees and refer job applicants to specific job openings.
• Evaluate employment factors such as job experience, education, training, skills, knowledge, abilities, physical and personal qualifications, and other relevant data.
• Prepare ratings on applicants, make recommendations on starting salaries, and provide applicants with company information.
• Administer tests and interpret results, check references, arrange transportation for selected applicants, and extend formal job offers.
• Work with outside agencies, vendors, and attend hiring events and career fairs.

Requirements

Must have one of the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 0 years of relevant exempt experience.
• NNS Apprentice School graduate or Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate (equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree).
• Associate’s Degree or other formal 2-year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience.
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience.
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience, or other relevant exempt experience.
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience, or other relevant non-exempt experience.

About the Company

With more than 25,000 employees, HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We are the sole designer, builder, and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team includes skilled tradespeople, project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the world’s most powerful and survivable naval ships.

HII builds defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber domains. Our diverse workforce includes AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values-driven organization prioritizing safety, well-being, and continual career growth.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans.
• On-site health centers and telemedicine options.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• 401K savings plan with financial education and planning tools.
• Life insurance and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts and early childhood/post-secondary education scholarships.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role is $57,000.00 to $72,000.00. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.