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How to hire a systems coordinator

Systems coordinator hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring systems coordinators in the United States:

  • In the United States, the median cost per hire a systems coordinator is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new systems coordinator to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a systems coordinator, step by step

To hire a systems coordinator, you should clearly understand the skills and experience you are looking for in a candidate, and allocate a budget for the position. You will also need to post and promote the job opening to reach potential candidates. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a systems coordinator:

Here's a step-by-step systems 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 systems coordinator job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new systems coordinator
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a systems coordinator do?

A systems coordinator is responsible for managing the data and information networks of an organization, ensuring that the systems are free from any unauthorized access and malware threats. Systems coordinators assist with the configuration and upgrades of the system to improve infrastructures that would prevent operational delays and downtimes. They also help the engineering team in designing efficient systems for business requirements, run quality checks to identify gaps, and resolve technical issues by analyzing components and navigation.

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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you post your systems coordinator job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a systems coordinator for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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    A systems coordinator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, systems 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.

    This list shows salaries for various types of systems coordinators.

    Type of Systems CoordinatorDescriptionHourly rate
    Systems CoordinatorComputer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.$18-48
    Windows System AdministratorA Windows System Administrator maintains the systems and servers of a Windows operating system. They evaluate and modify the system's performance.$28-50
    Technology CoordinatorA technology coordinator is responsible for maintaining the organization's technology systems infrastructure, ensuring the efficiency of computer systems to meet project deliverables, and prevent delays in business operations. Technology coordinators evaluate new technology systems, studying its schematics and specifications, running diagnostic tests, and perform troubleshooting for inconsistencies and guide end-users for the system processes... Show more$23-48
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Customer Service
    • Patients
    • Data Entry
    • Management System
    • Troubleshoot
    • Project Management
    • Access Database
    • Computer System
    • Technical Support
    • Logistics
    • SQL
    • SharePoint
    • Data Integrity
    • HR
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    Responsibilities:
    • Set up and manage VPN connectivity between branches and the main office.
    • Implement and manage a centralize virus protection system for all PCs and servers.
    • Configure and manage Linux base medical research application suites for laboratories.
    • Design company intranet, improve network security, and manage multiple system and infrastructure upgrades.
    • Manage print production, registration and logistics for several high-profile events, annual fund solicitations and annual telephone campaign.
    • Experience in data analysis using SQL, PL/SQL and many other query-base applications.
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  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your systems coordinator job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A systems coordinator can vary based on:

    • Location. For example, systems coordinators' average salary in georgia is 49% less than in michigan.
    • Seniority. Entry-level systems coordinators 62% less than senior-level systems coordinators.
    • Certifications. A systems coordinator with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a systems coordinator's salary.

    Average systems coordinator salary

    $61,880yearly

    $29.75 hourly rate

    Entry-level systems coordinator salary
    $38,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 13, 2025

    Average systems coordinator salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1California$99,912$48
    2Ohio$93,571$45
    3Michigan$92,976$45
    4Massachusetts$90,080$43
    5New York$88,430$43
    6New Jersey$86,870$42
    7Oregon$85,039$41
    8Maryland$82,242$40
    9Washington$82,202$40
    10Illinois$78,969$38
    11Connecticut$78,271$38
    12Arizona$77,913$37
    13Pennsylvania$76,018$37
    14Tennessee$69,943$34
    15Colorado$69,222$33
    16Missouri$67,236$32
    17Indiana$63,414$30
    18Oklahoma$61,042$29
    19North Carolina$59,668$29
    20Louisiana$53,374$26

    Average systems coordinator salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1St. Joseph's Health$138,129$66.41
    2Under Armour$130,411$62.70
    3McLaren Health Care$127,862$61.471
    4Intuitive Surgical$122,515$58.9010
    5Stanford University$122,166$58.734
    6Mayo Clinic$120,578$57.9716
    7St. Joseph Healthcare$117,373$56.43
    8Jea$115,976$55.762
    9Meijer$115,017$55.302
    10Eversource Energy$112,853$54.2632
    11UT Health East Texas$112,092$53.89
    12Las Virgenes MWD$110,526$53.14
    13Novant Health$108,985$52.402
    14St. Jude Children's Research Hospital$107,600$51.73
    15Bristol-Myers Squibb$107,258$51.579
    16Hca Hospital Services Of San Diego$107,163$51.52
    17Kaiser Permanente$105,483$50.7111
    18Cleveland Clinic$104,050$50.0213
    19Evergreen Treatment Services$98,505$47.36
    20Bowman Consulting Group$98,471$47.34
  4. Writing a systems coordinator job description

    A good systems 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 systems coordinator job description:

    Systems coordinator job description example

    Overview

    This position is hybrid with 40% of time spent remotely and 60% spent in office in East Petersburg, Pa (near Lancaster). Hybrid schedule becomes effective following training and based on performance.

    The hours for the position are 8:00-5:00 Monday - Friday.

    Provides the technical expertise necessary to support the operation of the Account Reconciliation Package Service Management System within the Electronic Services Department. Prepares reconciled bank statements and reporting to corporate clients who utilize Account Reconcilement and Positive Pay services within Fulton Financial Corporation. Completes daily and monthly General Ledger and internal account reconcilements for various departments in Electronic Services.

    Responsibilities
    • Supports corporate checking account reconcilement and Positive Pay. Reviews daily exception items and conducts research to take the appropriate action to correct. Reviews daily system reports for accuracy of paid check and issue file totals. Reviews client decisions and ensures processing deadlines are met. Monitors stop payment additions, expirations, and deletions. Conducts appropriate maintenance in the department's system. Works closely with clients to insure the integrity of their issued checks and to avoid potential risk situations. Provides direct customer service related to the department. Supports Cash Management with client inquiries. Prepares monthly reconcilement packages according to client specifications. Remains knowledgeable regarding products and requirements for each client.
    • Prepares daily and monthly reconcilements for various General Ledger and internal bank accounts.
    • Responsible for processing and validating all daily issue and void files received from corporate clients. Investigates potential file errors. Confirms all files have been processed in the department system.
    • Ensures Signature has received the Account Reconcilement returns file from Account Reconciliation Package Service Management System. Collaborates with Deposit Operations and Internal Operations to generate the return items files. Provides totals to validate the completion of the return item process.
    • Assists with data entry related to the preparation of monthly and periodic statistical reports.
    Qualifications Required Education

    High School Diploma or equivalent.

    Preferred Experience

    6 to 12 months Banking.

    This role may perform other job duties as assigned by the manager. Each employee of the Organization, regardless of position, is accountable for reading, understanding and acting on the contents of all Company-assigned and/or job related Compliance Programs, regulations and policies and procedures, as well as ensure that all Compliance Training assignments are completed by established due dates. This includes but is not limited to, understanding and identifying compliance risks impacting their department(s), ensuring compliance with applicable laws or regulations, and escalating compliance risks to the appropriate level of management. Sponsorship Statement As a condition of employment, individuals must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for a work visa by Fulton Bank currently or in the future. EEO Statement Fulton Bank (“Fulton”) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons. Fulton will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, covered veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started.
  5. Post your job

    To find the right systems coordinator for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

    • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
    • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with systems coordinators they would recommend.
    • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit systems coordinators who meet your education requirements.
    • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.
    To find systems coordinator candidates, you can consider the following options:
    • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
    • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
    • Post your job on free job posting websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    To successfully recruit systems coordinators, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

    While interviews are great, you will only sometimes learn enough from a conversation with a systems coordinator applicant. In those cases, having candidates complete a test project can go a long way in figuring out who's the most likely to succeed in the role. If you aren't a technical person and don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

    • TestDome
    • CodeSignal
    • Testlify
    • BarRaiser
    • Coderbyte

    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 systems coordinator

    Once you've selected the best systems coordinator candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

    It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

    To prepare for the new systems coordinator first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

  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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How much does it cost to hire a systems coordinator?

Before you start to hire systems coordinators, it pays to consider both the one-off costs like recruitment, job promotion, and onboarding, as well as the ongoing costs of an employee's salary and benefits. While most companies that hire systems coordinators pay close attention to the initial cost of hiring, ongoing costs are much more significant in the long run.

The median annual salary for systems coordinators is $61,880 in the US. However, the cost of systems coordinator hiring can vary a lot depending on location. Additionally, hiring a systems coordinator for contract work or on a per-project basis typically costs between $18 and $48 an hour.

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