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Lamar Advertising Company

Recruiting Coordinator

Lamar Advertising Company, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873

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Overview

Lamar Advertising is seeking a detail-oriented Recruiting Coordinator to assist our Human Resources department, hiring managers, and job candidates through the full recruiting cycle. From managing job postings and facilitating offers to maintaining data integrity and providing exceptional customer service, you’ll be at the forefront of our talent acquisition efforts, contributing to the growth and success of our organization.

Our Corporate Office in Baton Rouge, LA is home to nearly 400 professionals. The Human Resources department has over 25 HR professionals who support all cycles of the employment process. Recently certified as a Great Place to Work with 86% of our employees in agreement, Lamar is one of the top outdoor advertising companies in the nation. We value honesty and integrity and strive to leave places better than where we found them.

What You Can Expect From Us

Monday through Friday schedule with 8‑hour days within business hours of 7a‑6p

Ideal candidate is local to the Baton Rouge metro area; potential for hybrid/remote work in the future

Hourly rate of $19.24 – $23.08 on a weekly pay schedule, dependent on relevant experience

Weekly 1:1s with supervisor, monthly HR department meetings, and regular team meetings

Unlimited access to support from supervisor and peers

Access to on‑site perks and benefits like corporate events and celebrations

120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure

12 paid company holidays, including President’s Day and Juneteenth

A comprehensive 3‑month training program

Career advancement opportunities

Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs

Multiple medical plan options, health savings account, hospital coverage, critical illness and accident coverage

Short & long‑term disability and paid parental leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) plan with company match

Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions

What We Are Looking For In You

Understanding of inclusive practices and passion for fostering an equitable workplace culture

Comprehensive understanding of the recruiting lifecycle, especially post‑training

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all levels of an organization

Active listening and relationship building skills

Problem‑solving ability and willingness to learn from mistakes

Technology adaptability and quick learning of new systems and tools

Process orientation with the ability to follow detailed, repetitive procedures while applying continuous improvement

Time & task management: prioritization, multitasking, and meeting turnaround times

Information sharing skills for timely decision‑making

Client service focus and commitment to high‑quality support for hiring managers

Independence and teamwork, able to work both independently and collaboratively

Precision and accuracy with heightened awareness of small errors

Focus & follow‑through on high‑impact tasks to completion

Knowledge of Gmail and Google Drive

Foundational knowledge of the talent acquisition lifecycle

Education And Experience

Required

High school diploma or GED

At least two years of previous experience in customer service, recruiting, hiring, administrative support, and/or Human Resources

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Management, or relevant coursework

One year of talent acquisition/recruiting experience

Previous experience with UKG Recruiting & Onboarding, HireRight, and Smartsheet

Recruiting vendors such as Indeed, Glassdoor, Handshake, etc.

Active sourcing, attending career events, and collaborating with hiring managers

Additional Information Upon submitting your application, you will be required to complete an 8‑15 minute personality assessment that compares your soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Completing the assessment is necessary for consideration.

Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation should email recruiting@lamar.com.

A Day In The Life As a Recruiting Coordinator

Oversee full hiring process (excluding interviewing and candidate selection) for specified regions, with hiring manager and candidate experience top of mind

Post jobs on the company job board and perform intake calls with hiring managers to understand candidate needs

Review candidate applications and suggest qualified candidates for select requisitions

Perform active sourcing for candidates on approved platforms when necessary

Set up job offers following the standard approval process

Complete drug test and physical administration for safety‑sensitive new hires

Oversee the administrative functions of our digital onboarding process and digitally file new‑hire documents

Maintain job board accuracy and efficiency

Provide insights to hiring managers on job posting performance with deep knowledge of job board functions

Attend local career fairs and events when necessary

Utilize Smartsheet software and our Applicant Tracking System (powered by UKG) effectively

Maintain data integrity throughout the recruiting process

Assist hiring managers through the hiring process and troubleshoot system/user errors when necessary

Support Talent and Engagement team with system process improvements and program implementation when necessary

Seek out and maintain knowledge of HR trends, Lamar’s employer brand, and values

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The primary work environment is an office.

Light lifting, seeing (focus on reading), sitting more than 50% of the time, talking, and walking.

Occasional nights traveling away from home ( May need to lift and/or move 25‑40 pounds.

May set up and dismantle tables, chairs, displays, signage, and related materials for career fair events.

Work environment may vary between indoor office settings and external venues, sometimes including exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Lamar is an EEO/AA employer, including individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and any other state or federally protected characteristic.

Please note: Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.

By submitting this application, you consent to receive hiring‑related text messages such as notifications for interviews or pre‑hire assessment scheduling.

When applying, you will be asked to voluntarily self‑identify whether you have a disability. Please watch

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California Residents: Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants. By submitting an application, you consent to the use or sharing of this information solely for the purpose of consideration for employment by Lamar. Lamar will not sell this information.

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