HR Coordinator: Benefits, Onboarding & Employee Support

Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous HRA contribution

Employer-paid short-term disability, L

Employer-paid long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid sick leave

Generous vacation package

Tuition reimbursement and scholarship

Paid professional development

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Coordinator to support Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, MD. You will gain hands-on experience across HR functions, from onboarding to benefits administration and HRIS support.

This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, a collaborative team, and opportunities to advance your HR career within a faith-based community that values compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field, or equivalent advanced training and direct HR experience.
• Preferred: Two years of experience in human resources and benefits administration.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)

Responsibilities

• Serve as an HR resource for team members and supervisors, assisting with questions related to policies, pay, benefits, working conditions, and HR systems.
• Assist with the administration of team member benefit plans, including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Coordinate the new hire and onboarding experience, including electronic onboarding and HR orientation.
• Participate in supervisory training and new team member welcome programs.
• Maintain HR and team member records in accordance with state and federal requirements.
• Support and manage HRIS functions, including performance management, merit increases, position management, applicant tracking, benefits administration, COBRA, ACA administration, payroll-related data entry, and general HRIS maintenance.
• Partner with supervisors and directors by providing guidance on organizational policies, workplace concerns, interpersonal conflicts, and progressive disciplinary processes.
• Participate in workplace investigations and focus groups as needed.
• Assist with the development and revision of HR policies, procedures, forms, and other resources.
• Coordinate team member scholarship and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Perform HR administrative functions, including reviewing and reconciling invoices, coordinating scholarship payments, processing unemployment claims, and responding to employment verification requests.
• Support HR communications through various email and text messaging platforms.
• Help plan and coordinate team member recognition events, engagement activities, and wellness initiatives.

Job description

Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Coordinator to support Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, MD. You will gain hands-on experience across HR functions, from onboarding to benefits administration and HRIS support.

This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, a collaborative team, and opportunities to advance your HR career within a faith-based community that values compassionate service.