Personnel Coordinator

Workforce

Richmond, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$25 Per Hour
LOCATION
Richmond, VA
POSTED
14 days ago

The Personnel Coordinator (PC) plays a key role in supporting the recruiting and onboarding process for both exempt and non-exempt positions. This role is responsible for initiating candidate outreach, coordinating interviews, supporting on-site personnel, and ensuring a smooth hiring and onboarding experience. The PC works closely with recruiters, hiring managers, clients, and on-site teams, requiring strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.

Location: Richmond, VA (some travel required)
Pay Rate: $18–$25/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct initial outreach to candidates and support full-cycle recruiting efforts
  • Review applications, screen candidates, and assist in identifying qualified talent
  • Coordinate and schedule phone, virtual, and in-person interviews
  • Partner with recruiters, hiring managers, and clients to understand staffing needs and job requirements
  • Assist with new hire onboarding, including documentation, drug screens, and background checks
  • Facilitate new hire orientations and ensure compliance with onboarding processes
  • Maintain accurate and timely records in CRM, ATS, and timekeeping systems
  • Provide administrative support to recruiters, sales teams, and office leadership
  • Communicate updates regarding new hires, pending starts, and client requirements
  • Monitor attendance and follow up on call-outs, ensuring proper communication with clients
  • Support payroll processes and serve as backup for payroll operations when needed
  • Assist with event coordination, employee engagement activities, and special projects
  • Travel to job sites as needed to support operations and coverage

Essential Functions

  • Deliver excellent customer service to clients, candidates, and internal teams
  • Respond to inquiries via phone, email, text, and in person in a timely and professional manner
  • Schedule, confirm, and follow up on interviews and onboarding appointments
  • Guide candidates through the onboarding process, ensuring completion of all required steps
  • Maintain organized and accurate documentation of all communications and activities
  • Follow company processes, scripts, and compliance standards
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach
  • Willingness to learn, grow, and support team success

Our Mission

We are committed to “Getting employers and employees where they want to go.” The Personnel Coordinator plays a vital role in bringing this mission to life by connecting talent with opportunity and ensuring a seamless hiring experience.

 

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About the Company

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Workforce

Workforce1 is a service provided by the NYC Department of Small Business Services that prepares and connects qualified candidates to job opportunities in New York City. We make strong matches for both candidates and employers by using a unique combination of recruitment expertise, industry knowledge, and skill-building workshops to strengthen candidates' employment prospects.

Our approach gets results. In 2010, we placed New Yorkers in over 31,000 jobs all over the City. How do we do it? We develop relationships directly with businesses that are hiring, then we get a deep understanding of what they're looking for in a candidate. We use that understanding to help you connect to the right employer - and then succeed by putting your best foot forward.



INDUSTRY
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WEBSITE
https://labor.ny.gov/career-center-locator/location.php?oid=NY7215