Recruiting Coordinator (Entry-Level)
The Recruiting Coordinator plays a crucial role in managing recruiting activities and candidate interactions within a fast-paced recruiting organization. This entry-level contract position involves scheduling interviews, maintaining candidate records, coordinating communication between candidates and hiring managers, and enhancing the overall candidate experience. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, HR & Recruitment.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level Recruiting Coordinator role supporting a fast-paced recruiting organization for a Confidential Client. You will manage day-to-day recruiting operations, build positive candidate relationships, and help ensure a smooth hiring experience.
- Schedule interviews and phone screens with candidates and hiring managers (including travel arrangements when required)
- Update candidate records and job postings in applicant tracking systems and confirm new hires
- Provide timely follow-up correspondence to candidates via phone and email
- Track recruiting activities and publish weekly candidate status reports
- Coordinate post-interview debrief meetings and prepare debrief materials
- Identify and suggest improvements to the candidate experience and scheduling efficiency
- Support other recruiting activities and special projects as needed
What We’re Looking For
Essential qualifications
- 1+ years of experience in recruitment coordination, scheduling, or related coordination roles
- Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
Desired skills & attributes
- Strong customer focus and attention to detail
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly organized and able to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented with a service mindset toward candidates and hiring managers
Role Details
- Employment type: Contract / Full-time
- Workplace: Fully onsite in International, WA (per the authoritative job location)
- Pay: $26.00 / hour
- The hourly range for this role is $26.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual pay within this range will depend on qualifications, experience, location, and other job-related factors.
- Anticipated application deadline: Nov 12, 2026
- Benefits (if eligible): medical, dental & vision; 401(k); life insurance options; short/long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; paid time off — eligibility may vary.
Work Environment & Legal Notices
The role requires frequent interaction with candidates and hiring managers and operates in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Flexibility and strong communication skills are essential.
Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal, state, and local hiring laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; please request accommodations through the careertakes.ai recruitment process or as instructed during outreach.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.
Negotiate a higher salary! Check the salary ranges for this job type in your area.
View My Salary Range