HR & Benefits Coordinator

Capital Region BOCES; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Region BOCES Central Administration is seeking an experienced personnel clerk to process hires, separations, and benefit transactions. You will enter data into HR systems, assist with onboarding, and respond to employee inquiries about benefits and payroll.

The role emphasizes clerical accuracy, familiarity with payroll processes, and strong communication. On-site work within the HR department is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent plus HR-related experience.
• Experience with payroll, benefits, or workers' compensation.
• Strong clerical and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Process personnel transactions including hires, separations, promotions, and examinations.
• Enter and maintain personnel data in HR systems and databases.
• Assist in recruitment and onboarding of personnel.
• Answer questions about benefits, contracts, and workers' compensation.
• Prepare basic reports and correspondence.
• Inform employees about benefits and rights.

Skills

Clerical skills

Payroll

Benefits administration

HR processes

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration

Tools

Word processor

Job description

Capital Region BOCES Central Administration is seeking an experienced personnel clerk to process hires, separations, and benefit transactions. You will enter data into HR systems, assist with onboarding, and respond to employee inquiries about benefits and payroll.

The role emphasizes clerical accuracy, familiarity with payroll processes, and strong communication. On-site work within the HR department is required.