Recruiting and Onboarding Coordinator
Saronic Technologies
People & HR
Austin, TX, USA
Posted on Jan 17, 2025
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized and personable Recruiting and Onboarding Coordinator to manage and enhance the recruiting coordination and new hire onboarding processes for our fast-paced startup. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with a strong background in recruiting coordination, excellent communication skills, and a passion for providing a seamless and positive experience for every candidate, from initial contact through their first day with the company.
In this role, you will be integral in creating a world-class experience for candidates while ensuring smooth and efficient operations across all stages of the hiring process. You’ll partner closely with the recruiting team, hiring managers, and HR to streamline onboarding, build relationships with candidates, and set the tone for a positive and engaging work environment.
Responsibilities:
- Recruiting Coordination:
- Manage the end-to-end candidate interview process, including scheduling interviews, coordinating with hiring managers, and ensuring a seamless flow of communication.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates, answering inquiries, providing interview details, and ensuring a smooth and positive experience throughout the hiring process.
- Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to ensure alignment on candidate profiles, interview feedback, and next steps.
- Track and maintain candidate status within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring all details are up-to-date and accurately reflect the candidate journey.
- Facilitate candidate assessments, technical evaluations, and other pre-hire processes as needed.
- Onboarding & New Hire Experience:
- Oversee the entire new hire onboarding process, from offer acceptance to the first day of work, ensuring a seamless and engaging transition into the company.
- Coordinate pre-boarding activities such as equipment setup, account creation, and initial training materials.
- Work with HR to ensure all necessary documentation (e.g., I-9, benefits enrollment, security clearance forms) is completed efficiently and accurately.
- Plan and execute an engaging, informative, and welcoming new hire orientation, introducing new employees to company culture, policies, and the team.
- Continuously improve onboarding processes, gather feedback from new hires, and implement changes to enhance the experience.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in recruiting coordination, HR, or talent management, ideally within a startup or high-growth environment.
- Proven experience with candidate experience management and new hire onboarding processes, preferably within a technical or defense-related industry.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as Greenhouse, Lever, or iCIMS.
- Knowledge of recruitment best practices, including pre-hire assessments, candidate engagement, and diversity initiatives.
- Comfort working in a technology-driven environment with a solid understanding of autonomous systems or defense technologies (preferred but not required).
- Strong attention to detail, especially when managing sensitive documentation and confidential information.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote-first or hybrid environment.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
- Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
- Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
- Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
- Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
- Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.