What does a Human Resources Coordinator do?
A Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for supporting the HR department with day-to-day operations and special projects. They assist with recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and maintaining employee records. HR Coordinators also help the team with event planning and employee training.
Human Resources Coordinator Responsibilities
- Create and maintain personnel files in accordance with all rules and regulations.
- Enter employee status changes into the HRIS.
- Coordinate and lead new hire and benefits orientations.
- Assist with the full cycle of recruiting by posting jobs, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, extending job offers, and overseeing post-offer steps.
- Complete verifications of employment as needed.
- Provide excellent customer service to employees by answering questions and assisting in confidential personal matters.
- Process changes in employee benefits and help with other benefit tasks as needed.
- Respond to unemployment claims in a timely manner.
- Run reports from the HRIS system as needed to share with the leadership team.
- Work with the HR Generalist and Manager on employee relations issues.
- Assist with planning and hosting employee engagement, appreciation, and wellness events.
Human Resources Coordinator Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or equivalent.
- At least one year of experience working on an HR team.
- Exposure to HR policies and laws.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
- Ability to multi-task with strong organizational and communication skills.
- Must be a strong team player, able to build rapport with co-workers, and work with a high degree of confidentiality.
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