If you’re looking for an opportunity to be part of a highly collaborative and supportive Human Resources team, one that partners closely to achieve meaningful HR goals, this role may be the perfect fit. We are seeking a Recruitment Analyst who is eager to grow, contribute, and further develop their HR expertise in a dynamic environment. If you’re ready to make an impact and build your HR career, we’d love to welcome you to our team!

Title: Recruitment Analyst - AP017

State Role Title: Human Resource Analyst I

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $66,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of General Services

Location: HR

Agency Website: dgs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

 
**This opportunity is ONLY open to CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.**

 Job Duties

The Department of General Services (DGS) is a diverse, customer-focused agency dedicated to supporting state agencies, local governments, and the citizens of the Commonwealth. We deliver a wide range of essential services that keep Virginia’s operations running smoothly and efficiently. Our agency provides leadership and oversight in areas including laboratory testing, statewide procurement and contracting, building construction and engineering, facilities management, real estate services, fleet management, mail distribution, and surplus and warehouse operations.

We are seeking a motivated Recruitment Analyst with a strong background in human resources to join our team. In this role, you will gain experience across the full recruitment life cycle from job description review and planning, advertising, screening, interviewing, and pre-employment to post-employment file-closing under the guidance and supervision of the HR Manager and Lead Recruiter.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinates the hiring and selection process for a variety of professional, administrative, and skilled trades positions.
• Develops clear, easy to ready job ads in alignment with agency guidelines and DHRM policy.
• Completes applicant screening reviews within established timeframes under the direction of the Lead Recruiter and HR Manager.
• Schedules interviews and serves as a scribe during the interview process.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with agency managers and supervisors to facilitate the employment process and support the agency’s mission.
• Trains supervisors on recruitment policies and procedures as needed.

This position will be located in Richmond, Virginia and must report on-site. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, 1 day a week after 6 months of employment and proficiency is demonstrated.

Visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. 

The selected candidate must also pass a fingerprinted-based criminal background check. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Experience working in a human resources environment.
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of human resources with knowledge of employment practices, recruitment/selection, record retention/file maintenance, and customer service.
• Considerable experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with diverse individuals and groups, including developing and presenting information.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, problem solve using good judgement, and develop responses.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, organize and manage multiple priorities, and meet established deadlines in a changing and fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to create a collaborative work environment, work as a team member and maintain confidentiality while keeping open communication.
• Must be a current employee of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Additional Considerations

• Experience using PageUp and Cardinal HCM HR database software.
• Experience with recruitment hiring, screening, and selection processes.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia DHRM policies.
• SHRM-CP certification

Special Instructions

**This opportunity is ONLY open to CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.**

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application.

Online applications should be submitted via jobs.virginia.gov.

Fax, e-mail, or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910.

You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received, but this position may be closed at any time after July 24th, 2026. Please refer to the “Your Application” page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

The selected candidate must pass a fingerprinted-based criminal background check.

Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

From July 1, 2026, through January 21, 2029, applicants who were terminated from a position of employment with the federal government on or after January 1, 2025 due to a reduction in the federal budget or initiatives put in place by the federal Department of Government Efficiency may be eligible for HB494 Federal Employee Priority Consideration. Applicants seeking HB494 Federal Employee Priority Consideration must identify themselves within the state application process and provide supporting documentation, including a Standard Form 50 (SF-50), verifying their eligibility.

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-3910

Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer