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As a Talent Acquisition Coordinator at GoodLeap, your responsibilities will include collaborating closely with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring managers, assisting with the scheduling and confirming of interviews, and conducting candidate assessments. You will be tasked with ensuring seamless communication with candidates throughout the hiring process, enhancing their experience and keeping them informed each step of the way. Additionally, you'll coordinate recruitment events and manage job postings across various platforms to attract top talent.

To be considered for the Talent Acquisition Coordinator position at GoodLeap, candidates should have at least two years of experience in a support or administrative role, ideally in a recruiting environment. Strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and a professional demeanor when interacting with executives and candidates are essential. Familiarity with ATS and social media platforms for job postings would also be beneficial.

GoodLeap seeks a Talent Acquisition Coordinator who thrives in a collaborative environment and possesses a service-oriented attitude. The ideal candidate will have robust organization and multitasking skills, coupled with the ability to adapt to changing situations gracefully. Experience interacting with high-level executives and maintaining professionalism under pressure is crucial. We're looking for someone who can represent our employer brand effectively.

The work environment for a Talent Acquisition Coordinator at GoodLeap is fast-paced and collaborative. You will work closely with a dynamic team in the HR department, navigating various hiring initiatives and events to attract top talent. GoodLeap promotes a supportive culture where team members are encouraged to contribute their ideas and foster positive relationships, making it an exciting place to grow your career in talent acquisition.

As a Talent Acquisition Coordinator at GoodLeap, you will manage a variety of recruiting events, including internal talent open houses, mixers, and external events such as career fairs, college career events, and industry conferences. This role involves not just organization and planning but also engaging with prospective candidates to create a welcoming and informative atmosphere that reflects GoodLeap’s commitment to sustainable solutions.

When answering this question, highlight specific examples from your past experiences that showcase your organizational skills and ability to support a team effectively. Discuss your familiarity with recruitment processes, your ability to multitask, and any software tools you've used, such as applicant tracking systems.

Explain your approach to communication in managing the candidate experience. You could mention methods like timely emails, updates after interviews, and proactive communication to ensure candidates feel valued and informed throughout the process.

Share key strategies you employ for planning and executing successful recruitment events. Discuss your experience with timelines, logistics, vendor management, and how you ensure clear communication with all stakeholders involved in the event.

Talk about strategies you use to stay composed under pressure, such as prioritization, time management, and maintaining a positive attitude. Providing an example from your experience can demonstrate how you effectively navigate challenging situations.

Discuss your methods for creating a welcoming environment at recruitment events. This could include interactive presentations, one-on-one engagement, or ensuring materials are available that reflect the company culture and values.

Provide details about the specific ATS you have experience with, emphasizing how you utilized it for job postings, tracking applications, and managing candidate communications. Highlight your ability to quickly learn new systems as necessary.

Explain your prioritization process. You might discuss techniques like the Eisenhower Box or creating to-do lists to manage tasks efficiently while ensuring that urgent items are addressed promptly.

Share a specific example where you identified a gap in a process and implemented changes leading to improved efficiency or effectiveness. Detail the steps you took and how you measured success.

Express genuine interest in GoodLeap’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. Reflect on how these values align with your career goals and why you believe working in talent acquisition aligns with your skills and passions.

Discuss how you would convey the positive aspects of GoodLeap’s culture, values, and mission during candidate interactions or recruitment events. Emphasize the importance of authenticity and genuine engagement with potential hires.