Definition of Staffing Coordinator

A staffing coordinator often works with clients or department managers to determine staffing needs.

Staffing coordinators work in staffing firms or as part of human resource teams. These professionals help ensure that all of the company's staffing needs are met.

Job Function

In a staffing agency, the staffing coordinator is responsible for scheduling employees to temporary assignments at the client's workplace. A staffing coordinator who works as part of the human resource team ensures proper staffing of all departments.

Duties

The duties of a staffing coordinator may vary, but commonly this person is responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and scheduling employees based on the company or departmental needs.

Necessary Skills

A staffing coordinator must work with all levels of management as well as entry-level employees. Because of this, excellent communication, organization and time management skills are necessary to be successful in this role.

Educational Requirements

Most staffing coordinators will have a bachelor's degree in business management with a focus on human resources. Some companies may require certification through one of the various national staffing associations.

Advancement Potential

In a staffing agency, a staffing coordinator can move into a management role such as a lead recruiter or branch manager. In a human resource department, promotion to a human resources or staffing manager is traditionally the next step.

Salary

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2009 the median salary for a staffing specialist was $53,260.

References

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Employment, Recruitment, and Placement Specialists