Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Temporary

Viasat; Carlsbad (CA); Remote; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking an onsite Talent Acquisition Coordinator (Temporary) who will handle the interview lifecycle, calendar management, and candidate communication with a focus on a high-quality, professional candidate experience.

This temporary role supports the People, Branding, and Culture function and offers the flexibility of remote work from anywhere in the United States. Up to 12 months depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of scheduling experience using Microsoft Office and scheduling platforms.
• Ability to apply recruiting skills to company policies and tasks independently.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Applicant Tracking Systems, preferably iCIMS.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary process owner for the interview lifecycle and calendar management across departments/time zones.
• Serve as the face of the company for applicants, providing timely updates and coordinating onsite day-of logistics.
• Maintain real-time ATS data accuracy including candidate records, interview feedback, and hiring stages.

Skills

Scheduling

Recruiting

ATS

Microsoft Office

Data integrity

Confidentiality

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

iCIMS

Outlook

Excel

Job description

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an onsite Talent Acquisition Coordinator (Temporary) to join our dynamic team. This role offers the flexibility and convenience of fully remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in the United States.

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator provides essential administrative and operational support to the People, Branding, and Culture function—primarily coordination of recruitment initiatives. This role ensures smooth execution of core recruitment processes, maintains accurate employee data and documentation, and supports candidates and employees with a high standard of service.

The day-to-day

• Act as the primary "process owner" for the interview lifecycle, managing complex calendar invites across multiple departments and time zones.
• Serve as the face of the company for all applicants, providing timely updates, "day-of" logistics for onsite visits in Carlsbad, and ensuring a white-glove candidate experience.
• Maintain real-time accuracy within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring candidate records, interview feedback, and hiring stages are updated with 100% data integrity.
• Depending on experience, perform initial resume reviews and conduct phone screenings to qualify candidates based on core competencies and cultural alignment.
• Support data gathering and basic analysis for compensation and benefits activities.
• Assist in creating offer letters.
• Preforms other duties as assigned or required. This temporary opportunity may extend for up to 12 months, depending on project demands, workload, and business needs.

What you'll need

• 2+ years of scheduling experience utilizing Microsoft Office and other scheduling platforms.
• Ability to apply acquired recruiting skills to follow company policies and complete tasks effectively and independently.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (iCIMS preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and standard digital office tools.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on high levels of data accuracy and organization.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive compensation data and private candidate information with the utmost professionalism and confidentiality.
• A strong customer-service orientation, ensuring a positive and professional experience for all candidates and internal employees.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively interface with hiring managers and applicants.

What will help you on the job

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications or related field is preferred.
• Prior experience in talent acquisition coordination is preferred.
• Interest in learning broader HR and Talent Acquisition functions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and adaptable to evolving business needs.

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Salary range

$19.23 - $30.29 / hourly.For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $23.8 - $35.82/ hourly

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.

EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.