HR Coordinator - 3-Month Contract: Talent Ops & Admin

Strata Clean Energy; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Strata Clean Energy in Durham, NC is seeking a proactive HR Coordinator for a three-month engagement to support Talent Acquisition and HR operations. You will manage requisitions in UKG, lead pre-employment steps, and assist with onboarding, offboarding, and HR reporting.

The role requires strong communication, customer service, and tech skills, with responsibilities spanning front desk back-up, travel coordination, and HR project support.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience as an HR Coordinator and/or HR Assistant.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Exceptional customer service focus with a proven track record of quality results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Tech savvy with excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Open and manage job requisitions in UKG in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition team.
• Lead the pre-employment process including background checks, drug screens, I-9 verifications, new hire documentation, and desk assignments.
• Assist with employee offboarding requirements.
• Coordinate and maintain office supplies and breakrooms.
• Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation.
• Serve as a UKG system administrator, supporting user access, system troubleshooting, and issue escalation.
• Assist employees with Level 1 HR and system-related questions or concerns.
• Serve as the back-up for the front desk coordinator and travel coordinator.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take meeting notes, and help ensure follow-up items are tracked.
• Assist with HR reporting and maintain dashboards and ad hoc reports.
• Participate in and lead HR projects and provide general team support where needed.
• Respond to employment verification requests in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Prioritization

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

UKG HRIS

Job description

Strata Clean Energy in Durham, NC is seeking a proactive HR Coordinator for a three-month engagement to support Talent Acquisition and HR operations. You will manage requisitions in UKG, lead pre-employment steps, and assist with onboarding, offboarding, and HR reporting.

The role requires strong communication, customer service, and tech skills, with responsibilities spanning front desk back-up, travel coordination, and HR project support.