HR Coordinator: Onboarding, Payroll & Compliance

Tahoma School District; Maple Valley (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tahoma School District is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to monitor confidential personnel records, manage employment processes for district staff, and respond to inquiries from administrators, staff, union representatives, and the public.

The role requires expertise in complex HR issues, contract interpretation, and independent decision making, with collaboration across HR and payroll functions to deliver effective service to employees.

Qualifications

• Experience in human resources within a Washington State school district preferred.
• Proficient with computer systems and HR technology.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and with others, using sound judgment.
• Knowledge of privacy and confidentiality regulations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation.
• Prepare and distribute annual contracts, letters of intent, and letters of reasonable assurance.
• Calculate and coordinate salary placement for payroll implementation.
• Collaborate between human resources and payroll for system support.
• Ensure staff certifications, endorsements, and licensure changes.
• Maintain auditable personnel records and training transcripts.
• Apply board policies and state/federal laws related to personnel issues.
• Produce data analyses for personnel and state reporting, including S-275.
• Support annual staffing and budget planning.
• Provide labor relations and negotiation support for bargaining.
• Communicate openly with staff and the public.
• Manage medical leaves ensuring compliance with FMLA, PFML, FSLA, and ADA.

Skills

High level of computer proficiency

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Independent decision making

Policy and legal interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced training in human resources or employment practices

Job description

Tahoma School District is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to monitor confidential personnel records, manage employment processes for district staff, and respond to inquiries from administrators, staff, union representatives, and the public.

The role requires expertise in complex HR issues, contract interpretation, and independent decision making, with collaboration across HR and payroll functions to deliver effective service to employees.