HR Coordinator

Sonida Senior Living is one of the nation’s leading operators of independent living, assisted living and memory care communities for senior adults. The Company operates 165 communities that are home to nearly 12,000 residents across 35 states providing comfortable, safe, affordable communities where residents can form friendships, enjoy new experiences and receive personalized care from dedicated team members who treat them family. Job Description Our HR team supports 150+ senior living communities and the people at our Dallas Support Center who keep them running. As we grow, we’re looking for an HR Coordinator to provide dependable, detail-oriented support across the full scope of HR operations at the DSC. This role is the sits at the center of HR day-to-day operations — handling the processes, documentation, and day-to-day coordination that the team and our employees count on. If you’re someone who takes pride in getting the details right, follows through without being reminded, and is ready to grow your HR career from the ground up, this is a great place to start. Responsibilities Onboarding & Offboarding Coordinate new hire onboarding logistics, including scheduling and presenting new hire orientation, preparing new hire materials, and ensuring all required documentation is completed on time for the Dallas Support Center (DSC). Process offboarding steps and ensure separation checklists are completed accurately and on schedule. Serve as a first point of contact for new hire questions during the onboarding process, escalating to HR leadership as needed. HRIS & Records Management Enter and maintain employee data in the HRIS, ensuring records are accurate, current, and audit-ready. Process employee change forms (job changes, transfers, terminations) in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain personnel files and conduct regular audits to ensure completeness and compliance. Manage I-9 verification and E-Verify processes for DSC employees. HR Operations Support Support policy and SOP maintenance, helping to update documents and flag outdated content for review. Assist with HR reporting by pulling and organizing basic people data such as headcount and turnover. Coordinate interview scheduling and provide logistics support to the Talent Partners as needed. Support performance review cycle coordination, including tracking timelines and sending communications. Maintain the HR SharePoint page, keeping resources organized, current, and easy to find. Employee Experience & Engagement Track and coordinate employee milestones, anniversaries, and recognition moments to ensure people feel seen and appreciated. Support engagement survey coordination and help organize follow-up tracking across the DSC. Respond to routine employee inquiries and direct more complex questions to the appropriate HR team member. Team & Administrative Support Provide calendar and meeting coordination support for HR leadership. Assist with HR project logistics and execution as the team grows and new initiatives are launched. Help prepare materials, communications, and documentation in support of broader HR programs. Qualifications 2+ years of HR experience in a generalist or HR operations role Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred Hands-on HRIS experience required — the specific system matters less than your confidence navigating one and your commitment to data accuracy Proficiency in Microsoft 365, especially Outlook, Teams, Excel, and SharePoint Strong attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture Clear, professional communicator (written and verbal) across all levels of the organization Ability to manage multiple priorities independently without frequent check-ins A genuine curiosity about HR and a desire to grow — you want to understand the why, not just complete the task Who Thrives in This Role You’re self-directed and solutions oriented. When something doesn’t exist yet, you build it. When a process is broken, you say something and help fix it. You’re early in your HR career but serious about it. You’re looking for a role where your contributions are visible, your questions are welcomed, and your growth is real. This is that role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonida Senior Living