HR Coordinator

The Human Resources Directorate is seeking a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to join its Talent Acquisition team. In this dynamic role, you will provide critical administrative and operational support in a fast-paced, high-volume recruitment environment. As a key member of the hiring process, you will help deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience while supporting the Laboratory's efforts to attract and hire top talent. Key Responsibilities Coordinating recruitment activities from requisition approval through onboarding to ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience Assisting recruiters and hiring managers with candidate screening, dispositioning, and applicant communications throughout the hiring process Facilitating pre-employment activities, including education verification, reference checks, and pre-placement physical scheduling Managing complex, high-volume calendars and coordinating interviews involving candidates, hiring managers, search committees, and key stakeholders Preparing employment-related documentation, including offer letters, relocation materials, and other onboarding resources Serving as a primary point of contact for candidates and new hires, providing guidance and support throughout the recruitment and onboarding process Supporting workforce outreach initiatives by coordinating recruiting events, career fairs, internships, and talent pipeline activities Maintaining and monitoring applicant tracking system data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely movement of candidates through the recruitment lifecycle Partnering with Talent Acquisition staff to support equal employment opportunity, and other regulatory compliance requirements Generating, tracking, and maintaining recruitment metrics, reports, and workflow documentation to support operational effectiveness and continuous improvement Handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism while ensuring compliance with Laboratory policies and procedures Contributing to special projects, process improvements, and strategic Talent Acquisition initiatives that enhance recruitment operations and the candidate experience Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or directly related field with eight (8) years of experience, or equivalent experience based on 2:1 (experience: college) years. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, with knowledge of, or ability to learn, SharePoint Experience with PeopleSoft HR, or similar Human Resource Management systems or other database systems Strong oral and written communication skills Demonstrated customer service orientation Detail oriented and well organized Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proven experience as an HR assistant, staff assistant or relevant human resources/administrative position Experience with applicant tracking database systems. Knowledge of OFCCP compliance rules. Compensation Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $68,600-$80,000 per year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, education, and experience and considered with the internal peer group. Real‑ID Requirement Brookhaven National Laboratory requires all non‑badged personnel, including visitors, to produce a REAL‑ID or a REAL‑ID compliant document to access Brookhaven National Laboratory. Those without a REAL‑ID compliant document will not be permitted to access the site, including during interviews. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr