HR Coordinator: Onboarding & HR Operations

Advatix, Inc; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HRforGrowth is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support the day-to-day HR operations in a growing organization. You will handle onboarding, HRIS maintenance, employee inquiries, and documentation while coordinating with HR leadership for more complex matters.

The role serves as an entry point for a career in Human Resources, requiring strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and effective communication with staff and management across all levels.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of HR practices and employment rules is expected, Form I-9 knowledge is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication with employees and managers.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail; ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions on HR policies, procedures, pay, and benefits; escalate complex matters to HR leadership.
• Process HR transactions such as new hires, job and pay changes, transfers, and separations, and maintain accurate HRIS records.
• Schedule and lead new hire orientation, collect onboarding paperwork, complete Form I-9, and set up new employees in HR and payroll systems.
• Maintain organized, confidential employee files and HR records in line with policy and retention requirements.
• Help managers document attendance, performance, and corrective action using standard forms, routing to HR leadership for review.
• Pass employee concerns and sensitive matters promptly to HR leadership.
• Track leaves of absence, send required forms and notices, and follow up on due dates and return-to-work dates.
• Gather and submit payroll inputs and employee change information to Payroll and Benefits.
• Collect injury reports and workers' compensation paperwork, keep claim logs current, and coordinate return-to-work steps with HR leadership.
• Prepare termination paperwork, schedule exit interviews, and track return of company property.
• Run standard HR reports (headcount, turnover, attendance) and keep postings, notices, and HR forms up to date.
• Perform other administrative duties and special projects as assigned.

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Job description

HRforGrowth is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support the day-to-day HR operations in a growing organization. You will handle onboarding, HRIS maintenance, employee inquiries, and documentation while coordinating with HR leadership for more complex matters.

The role serves as an entry point for a career in Human Resources, requiring strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and effective communication with staff and management across all levels.