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about recruitment coordinators.

All companies need people they can count on to identify and recruit new talent, and one such role is that of recruiting coordinator. Your role as a recruitment coordinator is critical to the successful functioning of your HR department. Your primary objective is to oversee and support the hiring process for your organization. This process includes sourcing and screening candidates, arranging interviews and organizing the initial stages of hiring. Expect to work with department managers, senior leaders and other people internally who have a vested interest in the hiring process.

To find suitable candidates, you might be required to perform searches online, advertise positions in print media and on websites, write job descriptions and ads or even cold call potential candidates. You may be required to contact references, run background checks and verify information on applicants’ resumes. You may also take part in the training of new hires as well as internal training and other HR-related tasks. 

average recruitment coordinator salaries in the U.S.

Average salaries for recruitment coordinators vary significantly depending on a number of factors, including where you’re located, the company you work for, the scope of your responsibilities and more. With that in mind, average salaries for recruitment coordinators range from $33,000 to $45,000 annually. 

However, there are opportunities to increase your annual salary by taking on more specialized roles within the HR function. You can also expect to have a slightly higher salary if you work in a large city. 

what recruitment coordinator jobs entail

Recruiting coordinators are required to have strong human resources skills and knowledge of best practices. Your main role is to assist with the recruitment and hiring of employees. Your day-to-day tasks may include the following:

• manage multiple hiring initiatives at once
• work with candidates and hiring managers 
• manage job postings, read replies and communicate with applicants
• source candidates and identify potential leads on top talent
• review resumes quickly and effectively
• perform phone interviews
• assist in onboarding new hires
• create reports on recruiting efforts
• be actively involved in staffing practices such as resume collection and screening, scheduling interviews and in some cases conducting telephone and in-person interviews with applicants
• draft and present offer letters to successful candidates
• lead new hire orientation programs
• draft employee handbooks and training materials
• attend job fairs or recruiting events
• stay up to date with recruiting best practices

where you can work

All companies require assistance with hiring and recruiting talent to their organization. Most recruiting coordinators work internally for a company or externally with a recruiting firm. The demand for recruiting coordinators is higher in large cities and regions with a large number of corporate offices, but jobs are available across the U.S. 

what you bring to the table

You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact regularly with job candidates, interviewees, new hires, employees, HR managers and other staff members. You may also work with external recruiters and headhunting companies. 

To succeed as a recruiting coordinator, you need to be a people-oriented person and possess the following skills:

• strong interpersonal skills
• exceptional communication skills in person, by phone and electronically   
• must be detail-oriented, able to focus and multi-task
• problem solving abilities
• strong sales skills 
• the ability to work in high-pressure and stressful situations
• have the ability to prioritize effectively and meet deadlines
• follow-up skills and attention to detail 
• the ability to deal with people from all levels within the organization
• detailed knowledge of human resources policies and practices
• strong computer skills — databases, email, social media, video chat, CRMs and more

training and certifications

Most organizations require recruitment coordinators to have an undergraduate degree as well as previous experience in the field. Having a degree in human resource management, business, organizational psychology or a related field will certainly be an asset. Knowledge of the law, particularly in terms of employment practices, is recommended. Additional training, professional development and HR certifications will help you grow in your role and take the next step in your career development. 

where your career is headed

If you’re adept at building relationships and networking — and you’re interested in taking the next step in your career — you can grow into other positions within the HR function, such as recruiting manager, recruiting administrator or corporate trainer. You may also have opportunities to grow into roles within other departments of your organization. Many recruiting coordinators go on to work as recruiters with third-party recruiting firms, too, while others specialize in a specific type of recruiting or recruiting for a specific industry. Still others go on to work as independent recruiters. 

If you are looking for career opportunities as a recruitment coordinator, start exploring opportunities with Randstad right away. 

If you are looking to land highly skilled recruitment coordinators for your company, get in touch with us to learn how we can help you attract and hire top candidates today.