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Peraton

Recruiting Coordinator

Office Lead $4.2k/mo

Summary

Peraton is a national security company providing mission and enterprise IT solutions for government agencies and the U.S. armed forces. The Recruiting Coordinator supports the recruiting team by managing candidate processing from offer acceptance through day-one start, including background investigations, drug screening, and onboarding activities.

What you'll do

  • Initiate background investigation (BI) and drug screening (DS) processes for new hires.
  • Work with candidates to collect missing documentation to complete BI and adjudication.
  • Communicate with candidates in writing and verbally from offer acceptance through start date.
  • Provide recruiters with updates on candidate processing status.
  • Maintain and update applicant tracking system (ATS) candidate records.
  • Prepare and send employment offer letters and new-hire packets as needed.
  • Schedule start dates and New Employee Orientation; process hires in the ATS.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders (recruiters, hiring managers, security, etc.) to track candidates through BI, DS, and onboarding.
  • Present information sessions to new hires.

Requirements

  • Education: High School Diploma.

  • Experience: 3+ years in a professional environment.

  • Experience: 1+ year administering and reviewing background checks.

  • Required background: recruiting coordinator, administration, HR, onboarding, or background investigation experience.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently to meet deadlines.

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

  • ATS experience required (e.g., iCIMS).

  • Background investigation candidate management system experience required (e.g., First Advantage).

Conditions

  • Compensation: Target salary range $39,000–$62,000 annually; may include overtime eligibility, shift differential, and discretionary bonus depending on position.

  • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA, short/long-term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays (for eligible employees).

  • Application window: Estimated 30 days from posting date (may change based on business needs).

  • Work environment: Fast-paced recruiting support role.

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