HR Generalist - Recruiting & Employee Engagement

HR Coordinator Position Description

HR COORDINATOR POSITION SUMMARY:

The HR Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Human Resources department in various administrative and operational tasks. This role involves assisting with recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance with company policies and legal regulations. The HR Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth HR operations and providing excellent service to employees and management.

HR COORDINATOR ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

Assist with administration of company-wide human resources policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with stated corporate objectives and federal and state legal requirements.
Coordinates and/or conducts employee engagement and relations activities and programs including but not limited to employee counseling, interpretation of policies, new employee orientation, company events and employee recognition programs
Responds to inquiries regarding the organizations processes, policies, procedures, and programs
Administration of ongoing information and training to develop employees and provide support and problem resolution
Coordinates distribution/communication of projects including but not limited to Employee Policy handbook, new employee orientation, policies, 401(k) open enrollment, benefit open enrollment and employee recognition
Identifies potential employee-relations issues and reports concerns to manager
Looks into grievance reports and supports HR Manager in claims of harassment or other company policy violations
Recruits and interviews candidates; provides management with hiring support (position description, market wages, posting strategies)
Coordinates hiring process, including but not limited to conducting background and reference checks, negotiating salary offers and issuing job confirmation letters and other internal communication
Assist with the administration of payroll, garnishments, and unemployment claims
Handles employment leave processes, Workers Compensation and Family Medical Leave
Must maintain employment documentation controls having a high level of confidentiality when it comes to identity, medical, and wage information

HR COORDINATOR QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an HR role or administrative position.
Knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and regulations.
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) credential or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment is required

HR COORDINATOR SKILLS REQUIRED:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS software
Attention to detail and accuracy in data management and reporting

HR COORDINATOR COMPETENCIES:

Reacts well under pressure; Diversity-- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Educates others on the value of diversity; HR COORDINATOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
Occasionally required to stand, walk, and lift office supplies up to 20 pounds
Work is performed in a typical office environment with moderate noise levels
May require occasional travel for recruitment events or training sessions
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.