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Job outlook for staffing coordinators in the United States
Staffing coordinator job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected staffing coordinator job growth rate is 8% from 2018-2028.
About 58,800 new jobs for staffing coordinators are projected over the next decade.
Staffing coordinator salaries have increased 7% for staffing coordinators in the last 5 years.
There are over 35,873 staffing coordinators currently employed in the United States.
There are 29,520 active staffing coordinator job openings in the US.
The average staffing coordinator salary is $44,302.
Are staffing coordinator jobs in demand?
Staffing coordinator job and salary trends over time
Staffing coordinator jobs over time
Staffing coordinator job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 35,873 | 0.01% |
| 2020 | 31,610 | 0.01% |
| 2019 | 31,036 | 0.01% |
| 2018 | 29,301 | 0.01% |
| 2017 | 27,572 | 0.01% |
Average staffing coordinator salary over time
Staffing coordinator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $44,302 | $21.30 | +2.5% |
| 2025 | $43,207 | $20.77 | +1.7% |
| 2024 | $42,481 | $20.42 | +0.9% |
| 2023 | $42,111 | $20.25 | +2.0% |
| 2022 | $41,295 | $19.85 | +1.4% |
Staffing coordinator jobs by state
Most common states for staffing coordinators
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 393 | 20% |
| 2 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 519 | 18% |
| 3 | Delaware | 961,939 | 173 | 18% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 136 | 18% |
| 5 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 438 | 15% |
| 6 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 312 | 15% |
| 7 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 119 | 14% |
| 8 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 219 | 13% |
| 9 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 523 | 11% |
| 10 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 425 | 11% |
| 11 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 66 | 10% |
| 12 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 390 | 6% |
| 13 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 81 | 6% |
| 14 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 253 | 4% |
| 15 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 212 | 4% |
| 16 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 206 | 4% |
| 17 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 46 | 4% |
| 18 | Alaska | 739,795 | 27 | 4% |
| 19 | Vermont | 623,657 | 25 | 4% |
| 20 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 23 | 4% |
Most common cities for staffing coordinators
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Voorhees | 6 | 21% | $42,569 |
| 2 | Annapolis | 3 | 8% | $43,547 |
| 3 | Terre Haute | 4 | 7% | $34,429 |
| 4 | New Albany | 2 | 5% | $33,853 |
| 5 | Bradenton | 2 | 4% | $34,811 |
| 6 | Covina | 2 | 4% | $51,617 |
| 7 | Alpharetta | 2 | 3% | $37,411 |
| 8 | Fargo | 3 | 2% | $43,141 |
| 9 | Melbourne | 2 | 2% | $34,092 |
| 10 | Atlanta | 3 | 1% | $37,378 |
| 11 | Chandler | 3 | 1% | $42,545 |
| 12 | Des Moines | 2 | 1% | $40,200 |
| 13 | Irvine | 2 | 1% | $51,669 |
| 14 | Metairie | 2 | 1% | $36,595 |
| 15 | Los Angeles | 5 | 0% | $51,825 |
| 16 | Philadelphia | 5 | 0% | $39,298 |
| 17 | Indianapolis | 4 | 0% | $34,349 |
| 18 | Boston | 3 | 0% | $45,489 |
| 19 | New York | 3 | 0% | $47,906 |
| 20 | Albuquerque | 2 | 0% | $41,666 |
Staffing Coordinator job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of staffing coordinator experts
University of Scranton
Indiana University Southeast
Neumann University
Land O Lakes
University of Idaho
Muhlenberg College
The Pennsylvania State University
Emmaus Homes
East Tennessee State University
DePaul University
SHRM
HRCI
What will help Staffing Coordinators increase their earning potential?
Dr. Paul Datti PhD, CRC, HS-BCP: Graduates of The University of Scranton’s Counseling and Human Services program, as well as other similar educational programs, tend to have significant success upon graduation. At Scranton, typically about half to two-thirds of our graduates go on to graduate school, mainly in professional counseling or social work, but some also go on to programs in public administration, applied behavior analysis, child life care, and even law school. The remainder tend to soon get jobs in the field, in positions such as behavioral health technician, community health assistant, rehabilitation aide, child advocate, psychiatric or mental health technician, social work assistant, and more. According to OnetOnline and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in this area are expected to exponentially grow over the years and are considered “bright outlook” occupations.
Dr. Gregory Kordsmeier
Director, Institute for Learning and TeachingIndiana University Southeast
Sociology
What Staffing Coordinator skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Dr. Gregory Kordsmeier: Many employers are looking for the skills that sociology majors have developed over the course of their major, but many of these employers will not phrase it as looking for a sociology major. Skills like working in teams, data analysis and communication, written and oral visualization, and an ability to work with diverse populations are all prized by employers and common among sociology majors. Your job as a recent graduate is helping translate the work that you did and the skills you developed in college into terms that prospective employers can understand.
Robert Till Ph.D.
Professor EmeritusNeumann University
Management Department
What hard/technical skills are most important for Staffing Coordinators?
Robert Till Ph.D.: Employers expect that you will be proficient in Microsoft office, plus exposure to other HR-related software is important. Another hard skill that is highlighted frequently is familiarity with the employment law: HR professionals must be aware of EEO laws, ERISA, FMLA, Fair pay, and healthcare regulations. Finally, a few graduates highlighted the importance of basic financial skills, such as budgeting, forecasting, and basic statistics.
Philomena Morrissey Satre
Director of Diversity Equity & Inclusion and External Strategic PartnershipsLand O Lakes
What hard/technical skills are most important for Staffing Coordinators?
Philomena Morrissey Satre: Ability to learn and work with HR Systems like payrolls systems: HRIS and Learning and Development Platforms. Can work effectively with data, understanding and applying knowledge, juggling multiple priorities, and problem-solving.
Daniel Eveleth Ph.D.
Professor of Management and Human ResourcesUniversity of Idaho
Department of Business
What skills stand out on Staffing Coordinator resumes?
Daniel Eveleth Ph.D.: Given this emphasis on the candidate, employee, and manager experiences, what skills are needed:
-Empathy skill - able to look at "our processes" through the eyes of the candidate, employee, manager. It is their journey, not our process.
-Relationship building - given the demand for talent, we often need to play the long game; rather than posting a job announcement and praying for applications to "process," we may need to develop connections with passive job seekers, for example, who may not be ready to apply; we need to think about how we reject candidates so that they pass on positive word of mouth to others and possibly reply/apply when a better fit appears. We may need to develop our relationships with hiring managers to help them make quicker hiring decisions, help them avoid biases when interviewing, learn more from them about their talent needs and preferences.
-Ability and willingness to search for talent. There are excellent job seekers who don't know your organization exists or that you have a culture, positions, etc., that would be a good fit. This is particularly critical for helping a company meet its DEI goals.
-Interpersonal communication skills:
-Job candidates prefer recruiters who are both warm/approachable and knowledgeable about the jobs and the company.
-Hiring managers and other business partners often have varying degrees of experience with recruiting, selection, onboarding, development practices and have unique needs and often unique personalities, work styles, etc. Communication with them is critical and sometimes includes having challenging conversations.
-Tools-oriented skills:
-Data analysis skills
-Journey/Experience mapping
-Data visualization (e.g., Tableau)
-Knowledge of applicant tracking systems
-Success using social media to engage followers (e.g., managed a fraternity's social media sites to engage alumni)
-Familiarity with managing conversations via remote technology.
-Interest in the company/industry.
Ryan Smolko
Associate Director, Career CenterMuhlenberg College
The Career Center at Muhlenberg College
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Staffing Coordinator job market given the pandemic?
Ryan Smolko: Overnight, employers have had to innovate the way in which they do their work. Even when it is safe for employees to return to their offices, a level of flexibility will almost certainly be a staple going forward. Productivity is measured by work done- not hours at a desk. Those employers who remain rigid will find retaining top talent challenging. Along those lines employees will have the ability to live almost anywhere while still building a successful career.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Staffing Coordinators to find work opportunities?
Elaine Farndale Ph.D.: The answer will lie in which states can recover from the pandemic the quickest, which is still very much unknown.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Staffing Coordinators to find work opportunities?
Tonya Courtois: Our industry provides support staff to adults who have developmental disabilities. Our entry-level employees are called Direct Support Professionals (DSPS). We, like many others in our industry, are experiencing a significant staffing crisis. This crisis has gained national attention. To close the gap we continue to encourage our state legislatures to standardize rates and pay rates that will allow us to outpace minimum wage and be competitive with other high-volume employers. My recommendation to students and recent graduates is to research mission-driven, caregiving roles in their area, specifically those for individuals with disabilities. Learn about disabilities and understand the need. Reach out to a couple of different organizations in your area and connect with them to learn more about their mission. Find a good fit and pick up some part-time hours while finishing school. At Emmaus we are very intentional in creating career paths for individuals who have a mission heart and want to do work that matters. It's not just a job but a defined career path!
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Staffing Coordinator job market given the pandemic?
Dr. James Lampley: Online delivery. Before the pandemic, we were already seeing a trend to more online programs. After we return to "normal" we will see online courses and online programs expand exponentially.
What Staffing Coordinator skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Dr. Martha Martinez- Firestone Ph.D.: I think a gap year is great to transform passions into expertise. Cultivate knowledge and networks in areas where you would eventually like to get a job. Research the industry that interests you, attend industry events, make zoom connections, and get the skills that people are talking about. If possible, volunteer in those industries to enhance your knowledge, contacts, and resume.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Staffing Coordinator job market given the pandemic?
Regan Gross: There has been, and will continue to be, a shift in the way we do work. Employers are realizing that they can minimize overhead and leverage technology by adopting remote workforces. There will still be some employers who are resistant to this change and will continue to do things the traditional way. E-commerce jobs, such as those in online retail, will continue to increase, while jobs that require in-person social interaction, such as in the restaurant industry, will continue to evolve into contactless alternatives, reducing the number of positions available for employment. While hospitality and restaurants have been among the hardest hit, for many, still being able to dine-out and stay away from home, is important to their mental health.
Job interviews will continue to be virtual as much as feasible. Job seekers will be well advised to brush up on their on-camera interviewing skills, including dressing appropriately as with in-person job interviews, avoiding any background noise and being cognizant of the appearance of their on-camera surroundings/background. Practice virtual interviews with friends and family if possible.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Staffing Coordinators to find work opportunities?
Dr. Amy Dufrane: Attractive locations for graduates to work are larger cities with manufacturing and service-driven economies using shared resources and supply chains with technological and virtual service delivery. However, as more companies have relaxed their remote work policies, where someone lives is becoming less and less important. What is becoming more important to graduates are the certifications and learning experiences that will differentiate them from others seeking employment.