Overview
The Talent Acquisition Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating the pre-employment processes for new hires, ensuring a smooth and efficient pre-onboarding experience. The Talent Acquisition Coordinator will conduct background checks, verify references, coordinate pre-employment assessments, and ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations. Additionally, the Specialist will assist in reviewing applications, conducting initial screenings and assessing candidates’ qualifications.
Word Hours: 15 Hours per week
Duration: Oct 2026 - April 2027
Responsibilities
Recruitment Coordination & Candidate Management
Provide operational and administrative support in a high-volume recruiting environment.
Prepare job postings and support requisition assignment.
Review applications and resumes against position requirements.
Conduct initial candidate screens/interviews.
Coordinate interviews and skills-based assessments.
Maintain timely and professional candidate communication.
Pre-Employment & Recruitment Operations
Coordinate reference checks, employment verifications, and background checks.
Manage required pre-employment and ad hoc checks.
Create and maintain accurate electronic pre-hire files and recruitment records.
Send pre-onboarding information and support a smooth transition from candidate to new hire.
Complete assigned activities in accordance with established processes and SLAs.
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in human resources, business administration, psychology, communications or another related field.
2 years of related experience
Applicant Tracking Systems : Proficiency in using ATS platforms (iCIMS/SuccessFactors) to manage candidates and recruitment activities.
Candidate Relationship Management : Ability to maintain strong candidate engagement and provide a positive experience throughout the hiring process.
Customer Service : Strong service orientation when supporting candidates, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders.
Full-Cycle Recruitment : Experience managing recruitment from job posting and screening through offer and pre-hire activities.
Record Keeping : Ability to maintain accurate, timely, and complete recruitment records and documentation.
Resume Screening : Ability to assess applications and resumes against position requirements to identify qualified candidates.
Independently manage assigned recruitment and pre-employment activities within established timelines.
Maintain accurate and complete ATS records for assigned requisitions and candidates.
Complete candidate screening and advance qualified applicants in a timely manner.
Coordinate pre-employment requirements with minimal follow-up or correction needed.
Provide consistent, responsive communication to candidates and hiring managers.
Successfully manage a defined portfolio of requisitions, as assigned.
Meet established recruitment SLAs and escalate potential delays proactively.
The hourly rate range for this role is expected to be: $28.12 - $34.33
Total Rewards:
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the…