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About Indotronix Avani Group

Indotronix Avani Group is a leading IT and Engineering staffing firm with a strong national presence, delivering top talent solutions across Technology, Engineering, Aerospace, and Defense sectors. We partner with Fortune 500 companies and government contractors to fulfill their most critical workforce needs — from niche IT roles to security-cleared engineering positions.

Position Overview

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Recruiter to join our growing team in Rochester, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about talent acquisition and eager to build a career in contract staffing, specifically within the Engineering and Defense/Cleared hiring space. You will work closely with Senior Recruiters and Account Managers to source, screen, and place qualified candidates for active client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Recruiting Support — Assist in sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews for engineering and cleared contract positions across client accounts
• Candidate Sourcing — Utilize job boards (Indeed, Dice, LinkedIn, ClearanceJobs), ATS tools, and networking to identify qualified candidates
• Pipeline Management — Maintain and update candidate records in the ATS (experience with Ceipal is a plus); track submission and interview status consistently
• Screening & Qualification — Conduct initial phone screens to evaluate candidates on technical background, work authorization, compensation expectations, and security clearance eligibility (Secret, TS, TS/SCI)
• Clearance Awareness — Understand the basics of US security clearances (types, sponsorship limitations, adjudication timelines) to qualify candidates accurately for cleared roles
• Job Order Management — Review and understand client job requirements, particularly for engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Civil, Systems, etc.)
• Candidate Engagement — Build relationships with passive and active candidates; maintain regular follow-up to ensure strong placement ratios
• Compliance — Ensure all recruiting activities are compliant with OFCCP, EEO, and ITAR guidelines, particularly for defense and government contractor roles
• Collaboration — Work closely with Account Managers and Senior Recruiters to align candidate pipelines with client delivery expectations
• Reporting — Participate in weekly performance reviews; track personal KPIs including submittals, interviews, and placements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Communications, or a related field — OR equivalent work experience
• 0–2 years of recruiting, HR, or staffing industry experience (internships and co-ops count)
• Basic understanding of contract/W2/C2C staffing models and US work authorizations.
• Familiarity with engineering roles and/or defense/government cleared hiring — either through coursework, internship, or personal interest
• Strong communication skills — written and verbal
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple open requisitions simultaneously
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and desire to grow within the staffing industry

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Prior experience or coursework related to Aerospace, Defense, or Engineering industries
• Exposure to security clearance requirements and the cleared talent marketplace (e.g., ClearanceJobs, IC community)
• Hands-on experience with an ATS platform (Ceipal, Bullhorn, or similar)
• Knowledge of ITAR compliance and export control regulations as they relate to hiring
• Experience with sourcing on Dice, LinkedIn Recruiter, or ClearanceJobs

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives
• Structured onboarding and mentorship from senior recruiting leadership
• Hands-on training in contract staffing, engineering hiring, and cleared talent acquisition
• Clear growth path into Senior Recruiter, Account Manager, or Team Lead roles
• Collaborative, fast-paced team environment with national client exposure