Recruiting Coordinator

Goodwill Columbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Long-Term Disability

Employee Discount

Job summary

Goodwill Columbus recruits a Recruiting Coordinator to serve as the primary contact for candidates through the pre-employment process, coordinating background checks, drug screenings, onboarding, and new hire orientation. The role includes HR administrative support, recordkeeping, and ensuring compliance across hiring activities.

The position requires 1–2 years in recruiting or HR, strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with MS Office and HCM/ATS systems.

Qualifications

• One to two years of relevant experience in recruiting, human resources, onboarding, administration, or a related field.
• Experience with pre-employment checks, onboarding processes, and HR administration.
• Knowledge of employment laws and compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the pre-employment process.
• Administer all pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screenings, and required documentation.
• Monitor and follow up on background check and drug test results.
• Process new hire information through the HCM system.
• Facilitate weekly New Hire Orientation.
• Enroll new hires in required trainings and certification programs.
• Coordinate transportation for candidates and new hires when needed.
• Maintain accurate records and support compliance.
• Provide administrative support for recruiting and HR related activities.
• Source, screen, and refer qualified candidates for assigned positions.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Confidentiality

MS Office

HCM/ATS experience

Employment laws knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

HCM/ATS

Job description

Why Join Goodwill Columbus

The Recruiting Coordinator serves as a key point of contact for candidates and new hires, coordinating pre-employment and onboarding activities to ensure a smooth, efficient, and welcoming hiring experience.

Pay/Schedule/Location

Pay: $25 to $28/hr
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Location: Columbus Metro Area

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the pre-employment process.
• Administer all pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screenings, and required documentation.
• Monitor and follow up on background check and drug test results.
• Process new hire information through the HCM system.
• Facilitate weekly New Hire Orientation.
• Enroll new hires in required trainings and certification programs.
• Coordinate transportation for candidates and new hires when needed.
• Maintain accurate records and support compliance.
• Provide administrative support for recruiting and HR related activities.
• Source, screen, and refer qualified candidates for assigned positions.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.

What You’ll Need

• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to collaborate effectively.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Experience with HCM/ATS preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws preferred.

What You’ll Need

One to two years of relevant experience in recruiting, human resources, onboarding, administration, or a related field required. Experience in Human Resources or Talent Acquisition preferred.

Full-Time Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Voluntary Life, Short-Term Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Discount at all Goodwill Columbus Stores
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities