HR Coordinator

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) in Beaufort, SC, is seeking a proactive Human Resources Coordinator to join our growing HR team. You will support recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and employee relations while helping ensure policy compliance and excellent service to faculty and staff.

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will coordinate postings, assist with orientation, maintain confidential records, and help with salary administration and classification reviews.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HR principles, employment processes, and customer service best practices.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures while exercising sound judgment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive personnel information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and hiring activities using the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system.
• Create job postings, prepare offer letters, and manage recruitment workflows for TFAC positions.
• Guide hiring managers, applicants, and departments through the hiring process while ensuring timelines are met.
• Respond to inquiries regarding employment opportunities, application status, and University hiring procedures.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities including background screenings, I-9 verification, onboarding documentation, and new employee processing.
• Assist with New Employee and Faculty Orientation programs to create an engaging experience for new hires.
• Coordinate employee offboarding activities, including separation processing and exit meetings.
• Support payroll, Time & Labor, EPMS performance management, and other HR transactional functions.
• Assist with position classification reviews and salary administration in coordination with Classification and Compensation.
• Assist departments with position descriptions for new positions, vacancies, reorganizations, and reclassifications.
• Review salary recommendations to ensure internal equity and policy compliance.

Skills

HR knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Policy interpretation

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

HR Coordinator Department: BFT Human Resources Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

Join Our Sandshark Family – Human Resources Coordinator Opportunity at the University of South Carolina Beaufort! Are you passionate about people and purpose? Do you thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments? The University of South Carolina Beaufort invites you to become a key player in shaping the future of higher education as our next Human Resources Coordinator. This isn't just another HR job—it's your opportunity to make a lasting impact at one of the nation's top public research universities. Join a vibrant community of learners, leaders, and changemakers who are building a better tomorrow through education, research, and service. The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) invites applications for an energetic, service-oriented Human Resources Coordinator to join our growing Human Resources team. Nestled in the heart of South Carolina's beautiful Lowcountry, USCB offers an exceptional opportunity to build your HR career while enjoying life near Hilton Head Island, Savannah, and Charleston. Our campuses provide an inspiring coastal setting where innovation, collaboration, and student success are at the center of everything we do. Reporting directly to the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the University's faculty and staff throughout the employment lifecycle. This position is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys balancing recruitment, employee relations, payroll support, onboarding, compliance, and customer service while making a meaningful impact across campus.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate recruitment and hiring activities using the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system.
• Create job postings, prepare offer letters, and manage recruitment workflows for Temporary and Temporary Faculty (TFAC) positions.
• Guide hiring managers, applicants, and departments through the hiring process while ensuring established hiring timelines and deadlines are met.
• Respond to inquiries regarding employment opportunities, application status, and University hiring procedures.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities including background screenings, I-9 employment verification, onboarding documentation, and new employee processing.
• Assist with New Employee and Faculty Orientation programs, helping create an engaging and welcoming experience for new hires.
• Coordinate employee offboarding activities, including separation processing, exit meetings, and required documentation.
• Support payroll, Time & Labor, EPMS performance management, and other HR transactional functions.
• Assist the Human Resources Manager and Human Resources Director with position classification reviews and salary administration by working with the USC Office of Classification and Compensation.
• Assist departments with position descriptions for new positions, vacancies, reorganizations, and reclassifications.
• Help review salary recommendations to ensure internal equity and compliance with University policies.
• Serve as a backup for a variety of HR operational processes to maintain continuity of services.
• Provide exceptional customer service by answering HR-related questions from faculty, staff, applicants, and the public.
• Perform general office administration and maintain confidential personnel information with professionalism and discretion.
• Participate in University committees, campus initiatives, and special projects that support institutional excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge of Human Resources principles, employment processes, and customer service best practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures while exercising sound judgment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive personnel information.

Why Join USCB?

At USCB, you'll become part of a collaborative campus community committed to excellence, innovation, and service. Our employees enjoy:

• A supportive and welcoming work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• The opportunity to positively impact students, faculty, and staff every day.
• Beautiful coastal campuses with easy access to beaches, boating, outdoor recreation, and historic communities.
• Comprehensive state benefits and retirement options for eligible employees.
• A culture that values collaboration, integrity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Help Build the Workforce That Shapes Student Success!

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Working knowledge of classification, recruitment processes, and payroll and time keeping.
• General knowledge of principles and practices of human resources management.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel etc.) and competent in spreadsheet and database management software packages.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills are required.
• Must be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent customer services.

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant Positions will remain posted on our employment website for a minimum of five (5) business days. After this period, postings may be closed at the department's discretion. Our site is updated regularly, and the length of the recruitment and screening process may vary depending on the position and related factors. If your qualifications are selected for further consideration, you will be contacted directly by phone or email.

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.