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Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Vizient vizientinc.com Open · verified Oct 19, 2026
Chicago Full-time Mid-level Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

At a glance

Mid-level Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at Vizient. Chicago · full-time · $59,600–$101,200 base.

SalaryStated by Vizient
$59,600 – $101,200
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from VizientOur estimate for the market: $75,500–$106,875Median $90,000
The range includes the market median of $90,000 for mid-level recruiting & talent acquisition roles in Chicago.
Worked out from 34 postings that stated pay, median $90,000. Last updated Oct 19, 2026.
RoleRecruiting & Talent Acquisition
SeniorityMid-level
LocationChicago
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$59,600–$101,200
PostedAug 28, 2026 · 7w ago
Role brief

hrroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Coordinate complex, multi-stage interviews across candidates, recruiters and hiring teams, including calendar and travel logistics
  • Keep candidates informed, prepare them for interviews and handle questions with prompt, professional support
  • Track candidate progress, maintain accurate applicant-system records and support interview debriefs
  • Help move offers forward through documentation, approvals and handoffs to onboarding
  • Improve scheduling workflows and address process snags across recruiting coordination

What you bring

  • At least two years in recruiting coordination, interview scheduling or talent acquisition operations
  • Experience using applicant tracking systems and scheduling tools such as Outlook
  • Strong organization, clear communication and accuracy while managing competing priorities
  • Sound judgment with confidential information and the ability to anticipate scheduling challenges

Who this fits

This role suits someone who enjoys coordinating interviews and providing candidates with attentive, timely support. You’ll work with recruiters, hiring managers, HR and other partners, and be in the office three days a week.

From the employer

When you’re the best, we’re the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future.

Summary

In this role, you will coordinate and optimize the end-to-end recruiting process to deliver a seamless, high-quality candidate experience. You will partner closely with talent acquisition partners, hiring managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to manage interview logistics, maintain clear communication, and ensure efficient progression through hiring stages. You will also identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance scheduling workflows, and drive consistency across Talent Acquisition operations.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage interview scheduling across candidates, recruiters, and hiring teams, including complex and multi-stage interviews
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates, ensuring a responsive, professional, and high-touch experience
  • Manage candidate pipelines and track progress through all stages of the hiring process
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date data within the applicant tracking system
  • Prepare candidates with interview logistics, expectations, and relevant context
  • Coordinate interview logistics including calendars, travel (as needed), and day-of support
  • Communicate status updates and respond to candidate inquiries in a timely manner
  • Support and coordinate post-interview debriefs with hiring teams
  • Assist with offer processes, including documentation, approvals, and handoffs to onboarding
  • Identify scheduling challenges and process inefficiencies and implement improvements
  • Partner with recruiters, hiring managers, HR, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth hiring operations
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of recruiting coordination workflows and candidate experience
  • Sourcing for qualified candidates for all open positions

Qualifications

  • Relevant degree preferred
  • 2 or more years of experience in recruiting coordination, scheduling, or talent acquisition operations
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and schedules in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with applicant tracking systems and scheduling tools (e.g., Outlook)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to anticipate challenges
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
  • Strong client and candidate service orientation
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Hybrid in office 3 days a week

Estimated Hiring Range:

At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $59,600.00 to $101,200.00.

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.