How to hire a field coordinator

How to hire a field coordinator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step field coordinator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a field coordinator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new field coordinator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The field coordinator hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A field coordinator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, field coordinators from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of field coordinators and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Field Coordinator	Description	Hourly rate
   Field Coordinator	Social and human service assistants provide client services, including support for families, in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, and social work. They assist other workers, such as social workers, and they help clients find benefits or community services.	$15-37
   Volunteer Program Coordinator	A volunteer program coordinator usually works for non-profit organizations where they are primarily in charge of managing and coordinating all volunteer related aspects of events and programs. It is their responsibility to oversee recruitment and training processes from planning to execution, supervise all volunteers, set schedules and objectives, and ensure operations adhere to guidelines and policies... Show more	$14-26
   Educational Programs Coordinator	An educational programs coordinator acts as a liaison who coordinates, plans, and organize all regional educational activities, school operations, and implements policies among schools, administrators, counselors, community representative, parents, and local agencies. He/she has strong analytical and problem-solving skills and possesses excellent leadership and time management skills to fulfill his/her /her duties and responsibilities since the job involves a variety of campaigns, projects, or events... Show more	$15-32

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Patients
   • Project Management
   • PowerPoint
   • Payroll
   • HR
   • General Contractors
   • Data Collection
   • Troubleshoot
   • Medicare
   • Public Schools
   • Management System
   • Community Agencies
   • Technical Assistance

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage LTE first carrier upgrades, additional carrier upgrades (2C , 3C) and new site builds.
   • Manage Bechtel's in-house electrical division.
   • Facilitate development of veterans individual rehabilitation plans, which provide purpose, organization and empowerment to achieve life goals.
   • Experience on working with private and public insurance like Medicare and Medicaid.
   • Maintain Medicaid charting on Qualifacts system.
   • Coordinate testing of GPS throughout airport locations.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your field coordinator job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A field coordinator salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a field coordinator in Tennessee may be lower than in New York, and an entry-level field coordinator usually earns less than a senior-level field coordinator. Additionally, a field coordinator with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average field coordinator salary

   $51,129yearly

   $24.58 hourly rate

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   Entry-level field coordinator salary

   $33,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average field coordinator salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$81,124	$39
   2	New York	$65,966	$32
   3	California	$64,752	$31
   4	New Mexico	$60,527	$29
   5	New Jersey	$60,152	$29
   6	Nevada	$59,442	$29
   7	Pennsylvania	$57,965	$28
   8	Illinois	$55,177	$27
   9	Maine	$54,659	$26
   10	Massachusetts	$54,372	$26
   11	Texas	$52,550	$25
   12	Minnesota	$52,379	$25
   13	Oregon	$51,539	$25
   14	Arkansas	$51,506	$25
   15	Utah	$50,874	$24
   16	Michigan	$50,831	$24
   17	Virginia	$50,286	$24
   18	Florida	$47,940	$23
   19	Colorado	$47,600	$23
   20	Arizona	$47,270	$23

   Average field coordinator salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Superior Energy Services	$108,842	$52.33	9
   2	CITGO Petroleum	$108,258	$52.05
   3	HCSC	$85,774	$41.24	2
   4	Bowman Consulting Group	$83,329	$40.06	2
   5	QuintilesIMS	$80,872	$38.88	164
   6	Boston Public Schools	$79,770	$38.35	6
   7	Los Alamos National Laboratory	$78,742	$37.86	1
   8	Stryker	$78,454	$37.72	69
   9	Centene	$77,219	$37.12	25
   10	PNM Resources	$72,994	$35.09
   11	Cook Children's Medical Center	$69,214	$33.28	10
   12	Eversource Energy	$68,145	$32.76	20
   13	Westlake Chemical	$66,913	$32.17
   14	Stantec	$66,234	$31.84	95
   15	HDR	$65,829	$31.65	50
   16	Florida International University	$62,928	$30.25
   17	Cornell University	$62,655	$30.12	15
   18	Health First	$61,789	$29.71	14
   19	Bechtel Corporation	$60,746	$29.20	81
   20	Black & Veatch	$60,614	$29.14	1

4. Writing a field coordinator job description

   A good field coordinator job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a field coordinator job description:

   Field coordinator job description example

   Do you enjoy playing Battleship or Monopoly? As a field coordinator with the Skip DC team, you are in charge of optimizing the positioning, readiness, and supply levels of the regional fleet. You will have the opportunity to develop valuable operating skills in a fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven company.
   
   Skip's mission is to energize cities by making mobility accessible to everyone. We believe this requires designing every aspect of a micromobility network from the ground up. This includes custom vehicle hardware, the software-defined fleet management system, and ground operations for safety and recharging. Our success will make it easier for everyone to work, play, and connect in their communities.
   
   WHAT YOU'LL DO:Plan scooter deployments based off current conditions Optimize pick up pricing to ensure fleet is charged Coordinate scooter rebalancing Assist on-boarding of Skip Rangers (the contractor workforce that picks up our scooters) and responding to their questions Deploy scooters directly to the street from our repair facility (requires some lifting) Manage fleet size to ensure compliance with local limits Monitor fleet for onboard health checks Report on conditions impacting our fleet This is a Full Time Position
   
   YOU SHOULD HAVE:A passion for working with a fast-growing startup in the mobility space Proficiency in web-based software platforms Flexibility for varied schedule, including some mornings, some evenings, and some weekends Customer support experience a plus The ability to work 5 days a week The ability to work over weekends Strong problem solving skills Strong critical thinking skills
   
   WHAT WE OFFER:The satisfaction of delivering an amazing experience for millions of people, from complete strangers to your friends and family.A culture built around putting the customer first, prioritizing dependability, safety, and transparency.The opportunity to learn about and solve difficult technical challenges, such as fleet management for hundreds of thousands of light electric vehicles.Personal, professional, and leadership growth at a fast-growing startup at its inflection point.A cross-functional work environment that includes experts in diverse fields like government policy, hardware engineering, mobile and cloud software, supply chain logistics, and trust and safety.Competitive salaries and benefits, including coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance
   WHY JOIN SKIP?
   
   Designing from the ground up is important for supply chain and fleet management, especially when it comes to reliability, safety, business management, and a great rider experience. Our leadership team has the most experience in designing light electric vehicles from the ground up. Our founders previously were co-founders at Boosted, where they designed and built the first reliable micromobility vehicle and presented their work at TED.
   
   We know our customers aren't just our riders, but also the public and city governments. We helped create the first scooter sharing permit in the US, were the first to share data on scooter usage with cities, and have been at the front of transparent operation around fleet management and vehicle safety. The result is deeper collaboration with cities, fewer complaints from the public, and a better experience for our riders.
   
   We are backed by some of the world's best investors, including Accel, Menlo, Y Combinator, Initialized, A Capital, and Paul Graham.
   
   Skip is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find field coordinators for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your field coordinator job on Zippia to find and recruit field coordinator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit field coordinators, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new field coordinator

   Once you've found the field coordinator candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new field coordinator. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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