Talent Acquisition Coordinator
About The Position
At Yellow Brick Road, we’re on a mission to put good humans into the world and leave it better than we found it. Our team creates warm, inclusive, and joyful environments where children, families, and staff can thrive. If you’re energized by purpose, connection, and meaningful work, you’ll love being part of a community that invests in your growth and celebrates what makes you exceptional. The Talent Acquisition Coordinator supports the full-cycle recruitment process by coordinating hiring activities, ensuring a seamless candidate experience, and maintaining efficient and compliant recruiting operations. This role also supports onboarding by coordinating the pre-employment process and facilitating a smooth transition for new hires into the organization. The position plays a critical part in attracting and integrating high-quality talent by supporting the talent acquisition team with scheduling, communication, process execution, and new hire readiness.
Requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Customer service mindset with a focus on candidate experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume recruiting environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
- 1-3 years of administrative or recruiting coordination experience preferred.
- Experience working with ATS or HR systems preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting high-volume recruiting environments.
- Familiarity with recruiting metrics and reporting.
- Experience in education, childcare, or multi-site organizations.
- Knowledge of employment laws and hiring compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Manage job postings across ATS and external job boards.
- Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and alignment with role requirements, advancing qualified candidates through the hiring process.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Maintain accurate candidate records in the applicant tracking system (Paylocity).
- Assist with sourcing candidates through resume screening, database searches, and proactive outreach to build qualified talent pipelines.
- Assist with pre-employment processes (background checks, finger printing, etc.).
- Support onboarding coordination in partnership with HR Operations.
- Coordinates and facilitates new hire orientation, including scheduling sessions, preparing materials, and ensuring a positive and engaging onboarding experience.
- Ensure a high-quality, consistent candidate experience aligned with company brand.
- Assist with recruitment events, career fairs, and hiring initiatives.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Employee Childcare Discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
