Recruiting Coordinator - Staff

Job Description

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and young adults. Founded in 1957, the SCA is devoted to building access to nature, providing green job opportunities for young people, and teaching members how to become environmental stewards.

Job Title:

Recruiting Coordinator

Reports to:

Recruiting Partner

Status:

Full-Time Non-Exempt, Temporary

Salary:

$28.50 / hour

Location:

Remote

Position Summary:

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) recruits thousands of program participants annually, in addition to hiring staff across the organization. The Recruiting Coordinator (Recruiter) is responsible for full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, and recommending candidates for both seasonal program roles.

This role partners closely with hiring managers to proactively plan for high-volume, recurring hiring needs and to ensure timely, effective recruitment outcomes. The Recruiting Coordinator is responsible for building strong candidate pipelines, delivering a high-quality candidate experience, and managing the recruitment process through offer and onboarding in collaboration with HR and compliance teams.

This position reports to the

Recruiting Partner

and works collaboratively across recruiting and program teams to meet organizational hiring goals.

This is a remote temporary position, September 15, 2026 through November 15, 2026.

Job Responsibilities:

Recruit for seasonal program participants, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and recommending candidates

Partner with hiring managers and the Recruiting Partner to anticipate hiring needs and develop proactive recruitment plans for high-volume, recurring roles

Post and manage job requisitions across job boards and the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Develop and execute sourcing strategies using a variety of tools, including Boolean searches, database mining, and outreach efforts

Build and maintain diverse, qualified candidate pipelines aligned with program and organizational needs

Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and assess candidate qualifications; advance and recommend candidates for hire

Facilitate candidate movement through the hiring process, including offers, onboarding, and compliance steps in partnership with HR teams

Facilitate in-person and virtual information sessions to promote opportunities and source external candidates.

Travel to regional and national career events, conferences, and partner sites to support recruitment efforts

Create and update job postings, recruitment marketing materials, and sourcing content

Track and maintain accurate candidate data in ATS and generate reports on recruiting activity and outcomes

Evaluate sourcing strategies, tools, and processes; recommend improvements based on hiring trends and results

Respond to candidate and hiring manager inquiries, escalating more complex issues as needed

Provide guidance and support to team members on recruiting processes and best practices

Participate in special projects and cross-functional HR initiatives as needed

Qualifications:

Required

Experience in full-cycle recruiting, talent sourcing, or a related field

Strong ability to manage multiple requisitions in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer service

Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Teams; experience with ATS platforms.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer service

Preferred

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Demonstrated ability to multitask, problem-solve, and follow through on recruiting processes

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.