Recruiting Coordination Lead

Blue Origin LLC

Washington

On-site

USD 130,000 - 182,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock Options for regular employees

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Recruiting Coordination Manager to lead a team of recruiting coordinators and coordination leads, directing interview coordination strategy and driving program-level initiatives across the Talent Acquisition function.

The role requires seasoned people leadership to scale coordination, enhance the candidate experience, and align recruiting operations with organizational hiring goals. WA base pay is provided, with ongoing opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

6+ years in talent acquisition coordination or related recruiting operations.
3+ years of people management, including leads or senior ICs.
Strong strategic thinking and program management with stakeholder influence.
Excellent communication and relationship-building across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with ATS and scheduling tools; highly organized with a focus on candidate and hiring manager experiences.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of recruiting coordinators and RC leads with clear performance goals.
Define and own the overarching strategy for TA interview coordination with SLAs and best practices.
Partner with TA leadership, HRBPs, and cross-functional stakeholders to align operations with strategy.
Drive program improvements, evaluate new tools, and implement scalable workflows.
Develop reporting frameworks and translate data into actionable senior leadership insights.
Manage capacity planning and resource allocation across varying hiring volumes.

Skills

Talent acquisition coordination

People management

Strategic thinking

Program management

Stakeholder management

Communication

ATS proficiency

Scheduling platforms

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Scheduling platforms

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

The Recruiting Coordination Manager is responsible for leading a team of recruiting coordinators and coordination leads, setting the strategic direction for interview coordination operations, and driving program-level initiatives across the Talent Acquisition function. This role requires an experienced people leader and strategic operator who can scale coordination capabilities, elevate the candidate experience, and align recruiting operations with organizational hiring goals.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of recruiting coordinators and RC leads, setting clear performance goals, providing coaching and feedback, and fostering individual growth aligned with both career aspirations and organizational objectives.
Define and own the overarching strategy for TA interview coordination, establishing standards, SLAs, and best practices that ensure a consistently high-quality experience for candidates and interviewers at scale.
Partner closely with Talent Acquisition leadership, HR Business Partners, and cross‑functional stakeholders to align coordination operations with broader recruiting strategy and business priorities.
Drive program and process improvement initiatives, including the evaluation and implementation of new tools, systems, and workflows that increase team efficiency and operational scalability.
Develop and maintain reporting frameworks to track coordination metrics and team performance, translating data into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership.
Manage team capacity planning and resource allocation across varying hiring volumes, proactively identifying gaps and implementing solutions to maintain operational continuity.
Build and sustain a collaborative, inclusive team culture that prioritizes accountability, professional development, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

6+ years of experience in talent acquisition coordination or related recruiting operations roles. 3+ years of people management experience, with demonstrated success leading teams and developing talent, preferably including management of leads or senior individual contributors. Strong strategic thinking and program management skills, with the ability to drive multiple initiatives simultaneously across a fast‑paced environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization. Proficiency in recruiting software and tools, including Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and scheduling platforms. Highly organized with a strong focus on delivering exceptional candidate and hiring manager experiences at scale.

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $129,791.00 - $181,706.70

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check Required for all positions:

Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation. Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affine. EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission‑driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin!

Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space. U.S. Applicant Privacy Notice EU Applicant Privacy Notice

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