We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist I to join our growing recruitment team. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals who are eager to learn the full recruitment lifecycle and build a career in talent acquisition. Under the guidance of senior team members, you will support sourcing, screening, and onboarding processes to help bring top talent into the organization.

Ardent Eagle Solutions is a mission-driven small business headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with a regional office in the National Capital Region (NCR). Since our founding in 2012 by service-disabled veterans and seasoned entrepreneurs, we’ve been dedicated to delivering technical services that support the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and other federal, state, and local agencies. Our leadership team brings over 60 years of combined government service, including assignments within the NCR and at USSOCOM and USCENTCOM.

We pride ourselves on blending deep expertise with a genuine commitment to the people and missions we serve. At Ardent Eagle Solutions, you’ll find a team that values collaboration and a shared sense of purpose.

Work Environment
This role follows a hybrid schedule — work remotely two days per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) and join us in our Tampa office the other three days (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday). We’ve designed this approach to foster both flexibility and in-person connection with our teammates.

In this role, you’ll be on the front lines of our hiring process — connecting with people, building relationships, and helping us find the right talent to join our mission. This is a hands-on, phone-heavy position, perfect for someone who enjoys talking to new people every day and isn’t afraid to pick up the phone.

• Proactively reach out to potential candidates by phone, email, and online platforms to introduce opportunities and spark interest.

• Conduct friendly, informative phone screens to learn more about candidates’ skills, experience, and career goals.

• Schedule interviews and coordinate details so the process runs smoothly for both candidates and hiring managers.

• Keep candidate information organized and up-to-date in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

• Stay in regular contact with candidates to answer questions, share updates, and keep them engaged.

• Pitch in at recruitment events, job fairs, and networking activities as needed.

• Help welcome new hires during onboarding so their first days are a great experience.

If you love talking to people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and get energy from making connections, this is your opportunity to grow with a supportive team.

• Experience: 0–2 years of recruiting or related HR experience (military experience, internships, and/or part-time experience considered).

• Familiarity with recruitment processes, sourcing methods, and employment law fundamentals.

• Demonstrate a strong compliance mindset by learning and following established recruitment processes, rules, and applicable laws.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with an ATS or CRM is a plus.

Location: Candidates must be local to Tampa, FL, within a commutable distance to 33634

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.