Scheduling Coordinator

VDA; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VDA is seeking a Scheduling Coordinator to manage and optimize data workflow schedules across the organization, ensuring data availability and timely execution.

In this role you will develop, monitor, and adjust data processing tasks, collaborate with IT and data engineering teams, and quickly troubleshoot scheduling conflicts to minimize impact and support data-driven decision making. You will contribute to documentation and process improvements, and ensure alignment with business priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience with data workflow scheduling tools or platforms.
• Strong understanding of data processing and ETL concepts.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and resolve scheduling issues efficiently.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain data workflow schedules using specialized scheduling tools and software.
• Monitor scheduled jobs and workflows to ensure successful execution and timely completion.
• Collaborate with IT, data engineering, and business teams to understand scheduling requirements and adjust workflows accordingly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve scheduling conflicts, failures, or delays promptly to minimize operational impact.
• Document scheduling processes, changes, and incidents to maintain clear communication and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Data workflow scheduling

ETL concepts

Organizational skills

Issue resolution

Cross-team coordination

Tools

Control-M

Autosys

Apache Airflow

Job description

Salary Range: $52,000.00 To $60,000.00 Annually

About the Role:

The Scheduling Coordinator plays a critical role in managing and optimizing data workflow schedules to ensure seamless and efficient operations within the organization. This position is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and adjusting data processing tasks to meet business requirements and deadlines. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to align scheduling priorities with organizational goals, ensuring data availability and integrity. By proactively identifying potential scheduling conflicts or bottlenecks, the Scheduling Coordinator helps maintain uninterrupted data flows and supports timely decision-making. Ultimately, this role contributes to enhancing operational efficiency and supporting data-driven initiatives across the company.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience working with data workflow scheduling tools or platforms.
• Strong understanding of data processing and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) concepts.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and resolve scheduling issues efficiently.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with multiple teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with specific scheduling software such as Control-M, Autosys, or Apache Airflow.
• Familiarity with scripting languages like Python or Shell for automation purposes.
• Background in data engineering or IT operations.
• Knowledge of database systems and data integration techniques.
• Certification in project management or related fields.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain data workflow schedules using specialized scheduling tools and software.
• Monitor scheduled jobs and workflows to ensure successful execution and timely completion.
• Collaborate with IT, data engineering, and business teams to understand scheduling requirements and adjust workflows accordingly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve scheduling conflicts, failures, or delays promptly to minimize operational impact.
• Document scheduling processes, changes, and incidents to maintain clear communication and support continuous improvement.

Skills:

The Scheduling Coordinator utilizes their expertise in data workflow scheduling daily to design and maintain efficient job schedules that align with business needs. Required skills in scheduling tools enable the candidate to monitor and adjust workflows proactively, ensuring data processes run smoothly without interruption. Preferred skills such as scripting and automation enhance the ability to streamline repetitive tasks and quickly respond to scheduling issues. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for coordinating with diverse teams and understanding their scheduling requirements. Overall, these skills combine to support reliable data operations and contribute to the organization's success.

EEO/AA Employer/Veteran/Disabled Statement:

VDA provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

VDA is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, discipline, and termination, are based on business needs, qualifications, merit, and performance.

VDA maintains an affirmative action program consistent with applicable legal requirements and is committed to taking affirmative steps to ensure equal employment opportunities for qualified individuals. VDA supports the employment and advancement of qualified individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and other individuals covered by applicable affirmative action obligations.

VDA is the global leader in vertical transportation consulting and inspection services. We’ve helped clients with their vertical transportation needs since 1980. Our expertise and services impact the design, reliability, lifespan and safety of vertical transportation equipment.