Talent Acquisition Specialist, Temporary

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

Job summary

Viasat in Carlsbad, CA is seeking an onsite Talent Acquisition Coordinator (Temporary) to provide essential administrative support to recruitment initiatives. This role focuses on coordinating the interview process, maintaining data accuracy, and assisting candidates and employees with a high level of service.

The position lasts about 3 months and requires strong organization, comfort with scheduling across time zones, and experience with ATS systems like iCIMS.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Talent Acquisition in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Must be able to work onsite daily at Carlsbad, CA.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (iCIMS preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and standard digital office tools.
• Strong attention to detail with data confidentiality and accuracy.
• Customer-service orientation and professional communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary process owner for the interview lifecycle across departments and time zones.
• Serve as the face of the company for applicants, providing timely updates and on-site logistics.
• Maintain real-time accuracy in the ATS, updating candidate records and hiring stages.
• Perform initial resume reviews and conduct phone screenings to qualify candidates.
• Support data gathering and basic analysis for compensation and benefits.
• Assist in creating offer letters and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Onsite work

iCIMS

MS Office

Data accuracy

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 in Carlsbad, CA! We anticipate that this role will last approximately 3 months, providing a fantastic chance to gain experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

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.

What you'll need

• 5+ years experience Talent Acquisition, within a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Must be able to work onsite daily at our Carlsbad, CA office.
• 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.
• 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.