HR Coordinator (HRCOORD-01)

Join New Freedom – Where Second Chances Become Bright FuturesAt New Freedom, we don't just believe in second chances—we help people thrive because of them. We are a mission-driven, high-performance organization committed to strengthening communities and empowering justice-involved and formerly incarcerated individuals to successfully rebuild their lives. We move fast, expect a lot from each other, and show up every day to do meaningful, impactful work. If you're driven, collaborative, and energized by making a real difference—this is where you belong.We take care of the people who take care of others. At New Freedom, you'll enjoy: competitive pay and a strong benefits package, $0 medical plan option + employer-supported coverage, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off, free meals, snacks, drinks, gym access, a mission that matters—and a team that works hard to deliver on it.About the RoleThe HR Coordinator provides essential administrative and operational support to the Human Resources department while helping ensure a positive employee experience throughout the employment lifecycle. This role supports onboarding, offboarding, employee engagement, benefits administration, compliance activities, training initiatives, HR reporting, and day-to-day employee support. The HR Coordinator serves as a key resource for employees and an important contributor to maintaining an efficient, compliant, and people-focused HR function. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping employees and supporting workplace culture, thrives in a fast-paced environment with a variety of responsibilities, has strong organizational and administrative skills, enjoys balancing employee support with compliance and operational responsibilities, values confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail, and wants to continue growing a career in Human Resources.What You'll Be Responsible ForSupporting employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including pre-employment requirements, new hire paperwork, orientations, and exit procedures. Serving as a resource for employee questions regarding benefits, forms, policies, and HR processes. Assisting with employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, events, and town hall meetings. Supporting benefits administration, enrollments, audits, open enrollment activities, and employee communications. Coordinating training programs, orientation activities, onboarding experiences, and employee development initiatives. Managing workers' compensation administration and supporting unemployment claim responses. Maintaining employee records, HRIS data integrity, compliance documentation, and reporting. Assisting with audits, credential tracking, policy administration, and regulatory compliance efforts.What Success Looks LikeNew employees experience a seamless and welcoming onboarding process. Employee questions and requests are handled accurately, professionally, and timely. Benefits, leave, and HR administrative processes operate efficiently and compliantly. Employee records and HR data remain accurate, organized, and audit-ready. HR programs and employee engagement initiatives contribute to a positive workplace culture. Compliance, training, and credential tracking requirements are consistently maintained.What We're Looking ForHigh school diploma or GED. One or more years of experience in an HR support or HR Coordinator role. Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment regulations. Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, PWFA, and employment law compliance requirements. Advanced proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications. Strong communication, organization, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills. Strong flexibility and adaptability. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee information. Two or more years of Human Resources experience preferred. Experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or human services environments preferred. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred.Environment + Physical DemandsThis position works primarily in a professional office environment with some hybrid flexibility based on business needs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Frequent communication in person, by phone, video conference, and electronic correspondence. Regular computer, HRIS, reporting, and administrative work. May require moving between facilities, meetings, onboarding events, and employee activities. Ability to lift or carry materials related to onboarding, recruiting, training, and employee events weighing up to 35 pounds. Occasional flexible scheduling may be required to support business needs and company events.Our StandardWe're building something meaningful—and that requires people who show up, contribute, collaborate, and take ownership. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, be part of a driven team, and help shape the future of an organization—we want to hear from you.Equal OpportunityNew Freedom is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug and alcohol-free workplace, and compliant with Veteran and ADA regulations."We're not here to do small work—we're here to change lives, rewrite stories, and rebuild communities. At New Freedom, you won't just have a job. You'll have a mission—to turn second chances into powerful comebacks."