Human Resources Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information


Posting Number
AS548P


Position Title
Human Resources Coordinator


Contract Length
12 months


Class Summary


The Human Resources Coordinator supports a designated portfolio of departments or divisions, providing strategic and operational guidance in talent management, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and change management within a complex higher education environment. Working under the direction of the Executive Director of Human Resources, this role delivers a broad range of HR services, including recruitment, benefits administration, payroll coordination, and general HR operations, while ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and compliance requirements.

Candidates Eligible to Apply
Internal/External


Position Type
Exempt Staff


Employment Status
Full Time


Position Funding Type
Regular

Posting Detail Information


Minimum Education/Training/Experience


Associate's degree in human resources, business management, public administration or related field and three (3) years of progressive human resources experience.

Preferred Education/Training/Experience


Bachelor's degree in human resources, business management, public administration, or related field and five (5) years of progressive human resources experience and three (3) of the five years must include demonstrated working experience with Texas public retirement systems, including Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), Optional Retirement Program (ORP), Employee Retirement System (ERS) and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) regulations, as well as voluntary retirement plans.

Minimum Knowledge & Skills

• Basic principles and procedures of public human resources administration.
• Benefits, compensation, unemployment benefits, FMLA and organizational development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Advanced data entry accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task in multiple software applications and maintain a streamlined workflow in a faced-paced work environment.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Word processing and/or data entry skills.
• Knowledge of office management principles and procedures.
• Skills in the use of database management, word processing, spreadsheet, and/or presentation software.
• Organizing and coordinating skills.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Knowledge of human resources administration principles and practices.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills


Three (3) years of experience of demonstrated working experience with Texas public retirement systems, including Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), Optional Retirement Program (ORP), Employee Retirement System (ERS) and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) regulations, as well as voluntary retirement plans.

Advanced technical proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and data accuracy.

Licensing/Certification Requirements


Human Resources certifications (PHR or SHRM) are preferred.

Job Duties

• Fosters and builds trusted advisor relationships with assigned Division leaders.
• Manage complex People & Talent projects and practices across the College.
• Analyzes staffing trends, key metrics, and compliance requirements in partnership with the broader HR organization to develop and implement strategies for employee retention. Leverages human capital reports (i.e., turnover, exit survey results) to assist in workforce staffing and planning with clients.
• Collaborates with hiring managers to assist with planning, organizing, and leading recruitment tasks and projects resulting in attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining diverse talent.
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of People & Talent processes, policies and procedures.
• Must serve as an expert and follow College policies and procedures to ensure compliance, while staying abreast of federal and state laws and regulations.
• Coordinates annual open enrollment for benefits and provide benefit orientations throughout the year.
• Report new hire and wage compliance to the Office of Attorney General - Child Support Division.
• Maintains employee files regarding compensation updates including benefit deductions or additions to the College's payroll system.
• Evaluates and implements trainings that will assist employees in obtaining information and understanding College benefits and other related incentive program.
• Perform salary calculations for recommended candidates for hire by compiling and analyzing previous employment history and utilizing College's pay schedule.
• Responsible for onboarding new hires by ensuring federal, state, and local documentation compliance.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Physical Requirements


No or very limited physical effort required.
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Minimum Salary Range
$55,673


Mid Point Salary Range

Maximum Salary Range
$75,160


Posting Open Date
08/17/2026


Posting Close Date

Posting Will Be Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicant


Please NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which include job title, dates of employment (month/year), name of employer, supervisor's name and phone numbers and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete. Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state "unknown" for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to the online application.

EEO Statement


College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.

College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.

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