Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Northwest-Bank; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Northwest Bancshares is seeking a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to support the recruitment team from sourcing through onboarding. The role partners with recruiters, hiring managers, candidates, and HR to ensure timely execution of talent acquisition processes and a positive candidate experience.

The position emphasizes conducting candidate outreach, coordinating interviews, and maintaining compliant, accurate records while supporting events and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field is required.
• 2–3 years of recruiting, HR, talent acquisition coordination, or admin support experience.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (Workday preferred).

Responsibilities

• Source and identify qualified candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and other channels.
• Build and maintain pipelines of talent for current and future hiring needs.
• Review resumes and applications for recruiter review.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers.
• Schedule interview logistics and candidate communications.
• Support onboarding preparation and new employee setup.
• Track candidate progress and maintain accurate records.
• Support recruitment events and special projects within Talent Acquisition.

Skills

Sourcing

Candidate screening

Interview coordination

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

OH0713 NW Bancshares HQ Job Description

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator provides operational and administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team while assisting with candidate sourcing and recruitment activities. This position plays a critical role in delivering an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring compliance with employment requirements, and supporting the hiring process from sourcing through onboarding. The Talent Acquisition Coordinator partners closely with recruiters, hiring managers, candidates, and HR teams to ensure timely and efficient execution of talent acquisition processes.

Essential Functions

• Source and identify qualified candidates through job boards, Linked In, employee referrals, networking, and other sourcing channels.


• Build and maintain pipelines of talent for current and future hiring needs.


• Review resumes and applications to identify potential candidates for recruiter review.


• Support recruiting events, career fairs, and internship recruiting initiatives.


• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers.


• Manage interview logistics, including meeting invitations, room reservations, and candidate communications.


• Serve as primary point of contact for candidates throughout the interview process.


• Ensure a positive candidate experience through timely communications and follow up.


• Track candidate progress and maintain accurate records.


• Monitor offer activity and track pre-employment processes, including background checks.


• Assist with new employee set up and onboarding preparation, including communications and document completion.


• Support special projects and process improvement initiatives within Talent Acquisition.

Preferred Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field 2 - 3 years Experience in recruiting, human resources, talent acquisition coordination, or administrative support


• 2 - 3 years Experience with applicant tracking systems (Workday preferred)


• 2 - 3 years Experience in candidate sourcing


• 2 - 3 years Experience with employment verification, I-9 administration, or E-Verify

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities


• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and CoPilot

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel to support career fairs, university functions, or community activities as needed

Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At Northwest, we’re here for what's next. Whether we're finding opportunities for families, businesses and communities or opening doors for our team, we share a passion for helping the people around us succeed. And we know that in order to provide the highest level of care, we need to understand unique experiences and perspectives. That's why, whether you're interested in a corporate role or something customer-facing, your talent and voice matter. Here, you belong.

Working at Northwest, you'll find that we recognize our employees for the important work they do through competitive compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities and by regularly celebrating wins along the way. So, take a look at the opportunities here. And join us as we move into the future making a difference for the people we serve.