HR Benefits Coordinator

Ross Downing; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefits

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Ross Downing Auto Group is seeking a full-time HR / Benefits Coordinator in Hammond, LA. You will support HR operations by managing employee benefits, onboarding, and payroll coordination, ensuring a smooth experience for our team members.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in HR or benefits administration and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. This role is essential for maintaining a supportive environment for employees as the company continues to grow.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in HR or benefits administration.
• Multi-location or automotive experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of FMLA, ADA & ACA basics.

Responsibilities

• Manage benefits enrollment and administration.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation.
• Coordinate payroll and timekeeping processes.
• Administer FMLA, LOA, and ADA.
• Support employee relations and HR inquiries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

HRIS & payroll system experience

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in HR or related field

Job description

Ross Downing Auto Group

HR / Benefits Coordinator

Support the people who drive us forward.

Now Hiring • Full-Time • Hammond, LA • On-Site

• 5 Locations today
• Multi-State LA & Mobile, AL
• Growing People-First Culture

The Opportunity

Ross Downing Auto Group is a growing, family-rooted dealer group with five locations across Louisiana and Mobile, Alabama — and ambitious plans to expand to 20 stores by 2040. As we grow, our people are everything. We're looking for an HR/Benefits Coordinator who is organized, people-focused, and ready to be the backbone of our team's employee experience. You'll work directly with store managers and leadership to keep our HR operations running smoothly and our team members well taken care of.

What You'll Own

• Benefits enrollment & administration
• New hire onboarding & orientation
• Payroll coordination & timekeeping
• Employee records & compliance
• FMLA, LOA & ADA administration
• Workers' comp & claims support
• Open enrollment planning & communication
• HR policy updates & handbook maintenance
• Recruiting support & offer letter processing
• Employee relations & HR inquiries

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years in HR or benefits admin
• Multi-location or automotive experience a plus
• Strong organizational & follow-through skills
• Excellent communicator — written & verbal
• HRIS & payroll system experience
• Discretion with confidential information
• Knowledge of FMLA, ADA & ACA basics
• Associate's or Bachelor's in HR or related field

Who We're Looking For

• A detail-oriented professional who takes pride in accuracy and never lets things fall through the cracks.
• Someone who genuinely enjoys helping employees — fielding questions, solving problems, and being a trusted resource.
• A team player comfortable working with managers across multiple dealership locations.
• An HR professional who can handle sensitive situations with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment.

Why Ross Downing

We're a stable, family-oriented Gulf South dealer group that invests in its people for the long term. You won't just process paperwork here — you'll play a meaningful role in shaping how our team members experience working at Ross Downing as we grow. Competitive salary, full benefits, and a leadership team that values what HR brings to the table.

Ready to make a difference for our team?

Send your résumé and a brief note on your approach to employee experience to get started.