Recruitment Coordinator

Role overview

This opportunity is for a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to support a recruiting team at a mission-focused organization in the publishing and education space. The position is fully remote and follows EST working hours. It is a 6-month contract with the possibility of being extended. Compensation is set at $30 to $35 per hour, depending on experience.

What you will do

• Deliver a smooth and positive experience for candidates at every stage of hiring.
• Arrange interviews across phone, video, and onsite formats without delay.
• Keep candidate information and recruiting updates accurate and current in Workday ATS, while following required compliance standards.
• Help prepare offers and coordinate background verification steps.
• Publish vacancies on job boards and other recruiting channels.
• Review applicants against hiring manager needs and conduct first-round screening conversations.
• Support recruiters with end-to-end hiring tasks and take ownership of a small requisition or sourcing load when needed.
• Identify passive talent through LinkedIn, networking groups, professional associations, and other creative sourcing methods.
• Work closely with recruiters and hiring managers to clarify hiring priorities and shape sourcing approaches.
• Provide general administrative support to the Talent Acquisition function throughout the recruitment cycle.

What you need

• A high school diploma plus at least 2 years of administrative experience, or a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field plus at least 1 year of administrative experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Well-developed organization and multitasking abilities in a busy environment.
• Careful attention to detail and solid follow-through.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office and an applicant tracking system, with Workday experience preferred.

Preferred background

• Prior support experience in Talent Acquisition or Human Resources.
• Experience with recruiting coordination or candidate sourcing.
• Exposure to publishing, education, or a similar industry is advantageous.

Additional information

This role is best suited to someone who enjoys working collaboratively, can keep processes moving efficiently, and wants to build experience in a recruiting environment within a well-known organization.