Recruiter/Employee Engagement Coordinator

Civic Works • Baltimore, MD

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Recruiter/Employee Engagement Coordinator is responsible for attracting, selecting, and onboarding a diverse and qualified workforce while also designing and implementing programs that enhance employee engagement, connection, and retention. This role plays a critical part in shaping the employee experience from first contact through ongoing employment by fostering a positive, inclusive, and mission-aligned workplace culture. The position sits within human resources and partners closely with hiring managers and leadership to ensure effective recruiting practices, strong onboarding experience, and engagement initiatives that help employees feel valued, supported, and connected to organizational goals.

Requirements

• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, employment laws, and inclusive hiring principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels.
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute multiple projects and events simultaneously.
• Analytical skills to interpret survey results and engagement data.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and a positive employee experience.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems, HRIS platforms, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace or related software.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruitment, HR coordination, or employee engagement.
• Experience in nonprofit, workforce development, or community-based organizations preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Paycom knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the recruitment process for assigned positions.
• Collaborate with program leads to identify staffing needs and draft clear, accurate, and inclusive job descriptions and hiring criteria.
• Identifies and implements efficient and effective recruiting strategies based on role requirements and organizational needs.
• Manages job posting and advertisement processes across internal and external platforms.
• Screens applications, evaluates qualifications, and selects candidates for interviews.
• Schedules and coordinates interviews; prepares interview questions, tools, and selection materials.
• Assists with and participates in interviews alongside managers, directors, and other stakeholders.
• Partners with hiring managers and HR leadership during the offer process, including recommending start dates.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and organizational policies throughout the hiring process.
• Represents the organization at job fairs, college recruiting events, and community-based recruitment sessions.
• Coordinates and supports onboarding activities to ensure welcoming, consistent, and engaging new employee experience.
• Partners with HR and managers to reinforce organizational values, expectations, and culture from day one.
• Supports early engagement and retention efforts by ensuring new hires feel connected, informed, and valued.
• Designs and implements employee engagement initiatives that promote morale, connection, productivity, and retention.
• Organizes and supports company-wide events, meetings, recognition activities, and culture-building programs.
• Manages employee recognition efforts to celebrate milestones, achievements, and contributions.
• Distributes employee surveys, gathers feedback, and analyzes data to inform engagement strategies and improvements with HR leadership oversight.
• Supports initiatives related to work-life balance, health and safety, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Provides operational and administrative support for recruitment and engagement programs.
• Tracks recruiting and engagement metrics; prepares reports and summaries for HR and leadership.
• Assists with internal communications related to recruitment, onboarding, and engagement initiatives.
• Maintains accurate and confidential records related to candidates and engagement activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level