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Talent Acquisition Coordinator roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor. Foreign professionals in HR recruiting and talent operations can pursue lawful permanent residency through this pathway, with sponsorship tied to a specific employer and occupation.
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About FreshDirect
At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s home – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.
We are not just a food company – we are a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building the most innovative end-to-end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience and care.
We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ door at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined and we are just getting started.
If you are passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build the future of food with us.
The Role
As a Recruiting Coordinator, you will be the first to support the growing number of employees joining the FreshDirect family. You’ll focus on getting employees to complete pre-hire processes, understanding background requirements, owning the pre-onboarding compliance and credentialing processes, and scheduling new hires for orientation. As our ideal candidate, you are empathetic, customer-centric, have great written (email) and verbal (phone) communication skills, and are very detail oriented. Excel proficiency is a MUST for this role.
What You’ll Do
- Craft and send emails with information about the company and position, including orientation schedules, and dress code.
- Supports all aspects of pre-employment and on-boarding activities inclusive of pre-employment testing, I-9 processing, IDs, and entry of new hires in the company’s HRIS system etc.
- Coordinates and maintains all aspects of the pre-employment verification process and monitors applicant status via business partner’s website.
- Prepares and lead employee onboarding experience assessing background requirements, compliance/credentialing documents.
- Proactively monitor all open onboarding cases and provide guidance to the team on all activities.
- Partner with cross-functional vendors including background companies/client vendors/third party IT vendors.
- Extreme attention to detail, ensuring compliance deadlines are managed and organized correctly.
- Identify and report issues within employee experience.
- Compile and update employee records.
- Prepares, audits employees and DOT files and collects offer letters, I9 form, EVerify, payroll forms, and company policy manual acknowledgement.
- Collects and stores interview guides and interview rating grids.
- Prepares and files all new hire employee folders.
- Consistently lead and/or participate in projects and initiatives related to HR and Recruiting.
- Works collaboratively with outside Business Partners that the company partners with to ensure workforce planning goals are met.
- Responsible for building relationships with outside partners and sources and representing FD at job fairs.
- Enters and maintains requisition data on Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Compiles new hire packages when needed.
- Conducts pre-employment verifications including references.
- Composes correspondence and documents.
- Maintains metric reports and create and maintain recruitment reports and create related reports.
- Expected to utilize knowledge of policies, procedures, and organization to solve routine and non-routine problems or questions.
- Other special projects or assignments may be assigned.
- Assist in other Human Resources tasks as needed.
- Attend off-site job fairs to source and engage qualified talent.
- Attend hiring events across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and New Jersey.
- Be able to work late nights (as late as 1:00 AM) when needed to support overnight operations or hiring events.
Education & Qualifications
- Experience in HR onboarding, preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline or demonstrated capability to perform job responsibilities through previous experience and education.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including strength in using Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organization skills.
- Problem-solving skills – ability to develop solutions.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Must embody and demonstrate company values and culture.
Why Join FreshDirect?
- Compensation: $27.49 – $32.34/hour.
- Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous Paid Time Off, Safe & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays so you can rest, reset, and spend time on what matters most.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: We’ve got you covered with medical, vision, dental, and voluntary disability benefits designed to support you and your family’s well-being.
- Workplace You’ll Love: Our modern Bronx campus features a state-of-the-art facility, a full gym, an inviting cafeteria, and an employee market. We also provide free parking and a shuttle service from nearby MTA stations for an easy commute.
- Growth & Development: Your career growth matters to us. We offer leadership development programs, plus exclusive tuition discounts through our partnerships with local colleges.
- Exclusive Perks: Get a 20% employee discount on FreshDirect online orders and our wine store. Shop amazing deals at our on-site employee market and join fun engagement events and vendor spotlights where you can sample the very best of what we offer.
Our Culture
We embrace an in-office culture, composed of individuals who thrive on the collaboration and energy that comes from working together in a shared space. We are looking for people who excel in this environment, where physical presence enhances connections and engagement. At FreshDirect, we've created an environment that thrives on teamwork, where associates can innovate, grow, and have successful careers. Many of our leaders have successfully come up through our ranks. Because of our team's extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.
Equal Opportunity
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fresh Direct, LLC and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization.
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Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or HR. EB-3 covers bachelor's degree holders and skilled workers with at least two years of relevant recruiting experience. Know which category fits your background before applying.
Target employers with active PERM history
Search for Talent Acquisition Coordinator roles at companies that have filed PERM labor certifications in HR-related occupations before. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified green card sponsorship history by role, so you can focus your search on organizations already familiar with the PERM process.
Document your recruiting specialization precisely
PERM requires the employer to define the job duties narrowly and test the labor market for U.S. workers. Roles framed around a specific recruiting function, such as technical sourcing or campus talent programs, are easier to defend during DOL audit than broadly written coordinator descriptions.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL-determined prevailing wage for the Talent Acquisition Coordinator role in your work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level tied to your SOC code and metro area before you negotiate, since underpayment can delay or invalidate your PERM filing.
Ask HR about their PERM filing timeline upfront
PERM recruitment and filing can take six months to over a year before the I-140 is even submitted. Ask your prospective employer early whether they use in-house immigration counsel or an outside firm, and confirm they're willing to begin the process within your first year of employment.
Understand priority date portability if you switch jobs
Once your original I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you transfer your priority date to a new employer's I-140 in the same or a similar occupation. This protects years of waiting time if you move to a new Talent Acquisition role.
Green Card Talent Acquisition Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Talent Acquisition Coordinator role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Talent Acquisition Coordinator positions typically qualify under EB-3 for professionals holding a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, or under EB-2 for candidates with an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five or more years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or HR operations.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. For Talent Acquisition Coordinators, the PERM process requires the employer to file a prevailing wage determination and conduct a formal labor market test with the Department of Labor before submitting an I-140 petition to USCIS. H-1B visa sponsorship involves an LCA and a temporary status tied to renewal cycles. Green card sponsorship has per-country numerical limits, so nationals from high-demand countries may face priority date backlogs regardless of when PERM is filed.
What does the PERM process look like for a Talent Acquisition Coordinator position?
Your employer starts by requesting a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conducts mandatory recruitment steps, including job postings and potentially newspaper ads, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. If the recruitment test is satisfied, DOL reviews and certifies the PERM application. The employer then files an I-140 with USCIS, and you file or wait to file an I-485 based on your priority date and country of birth.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Talent Acquisition Coordinator roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history searchable by role and location, so you can target companies that have already navigated the PERM process for HR and talent acquisition positions. Focusing on employers with prior PERM filings in this occupation significantly reduces the risk of accepting an offer from an employer unfamiliar with or unwilling to complete the sponsorship process.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers before my I-485 is approved?
If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can carry over to the new employer's I-140 filing. Changing jobs before either of those milestones is met typically requires restarting the PERM process.