Are you passionate about people and processes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work truly makes a difference? Maine Trust for Local News, a nonprofit news organization, is looking for a highly organized and proactive HR Recruiting and Training Coordinator to join our dynamic HR Team. The HR Recruiting and Training Coordinator is responsible for coordinating recruitment, onboarding, and employee training initiatives to support organizational growth and workforce development. This role partners with hiring managers to attract and onboard qualified candidates while coordinating training programs that enhance employee performance, engagement, and compliance. The coordinator also provides administrative support for HR operations and maintains accurate recruitment and training records. If you're an HR professional with a knack for juggling multiple priorities with care and confidentiality, we want to meet you.

Key Responsibilities Recruitment, Talent Acquisition & Onboarding:

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
• Coordinate the full-cycle recruitment process, including posting jobs across multiple recruiting platforms, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and communicating with applicants.
• Conduct reference checks and assist with employment offers and pre-employment documentation.
• Maintain applicant tracking system (ATS) and monitor recruitment metrics
• Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation
• Prepare onboarding materials and ensure completion of employment documentation

Training & Development:

• Coordinate employee and manager training programs and e-learning initiatives.
• Schedule training session and communicate training requirements to employees
• Maintain training calendars, attendance records, and certification documentation.
• Assist in developing and updating training materials and presentations.
• Track employee training progress and ensure completion of mandatory training
• Evaluate training effectiveness through surveys, assessments, and feedback Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 1-3 years full cycle recruiting and training coordinator experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency with Google Suite and HRIS/ Applicant Tracking Systems (ADP a plus)
• Knowledge of employment laws and hiring best practices is preferred.

What We Offer:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one of employment Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance 401(k) plan with company match Generous paid time off and parental leave benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) About Us The Maine Trust for Local News is the largest independent news and media network in the state, delivering essential coverage through digital platforms and print publications. Our network includes the Portland, Lewiston and Central Maine newspapers and over a dozen hyper-local news brands, all dedicated to informing and engaging Maine communities. As a subsidiary of the National Trust for Local News, METLN is part of a nationwide effort to sustain and grow local journalism. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to that mission while making a lasting impact on local communities. The Maine Trust for Local News is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected category.

Pay:

$48,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person