HR Onboarding Specialist

Tandym-Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandym-Group is seeking an HR Onboarding Specialist for our New York, NY client to support onboarding and new-hire orientation. The role requires at least 2 years of HR experience and strong onboarding know-how in an in-person setting.

Responsibilities include preparing offer letters, coordinating background checks, and ensuring Day 1 readiness across IT and other departments. The position offers a day shift with 9am–5pm hours, and compensation is USD 35–45 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant human resources experience.
• Hands-on onboarding and new-hire processing.
• Experience managing pre-employment clearances and onboarding documentation.
• Experience with HRIS or ATS platforms, preferably Paycom.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and send offer letters and welcome communications
• Coordinate background checks, employment physicals, references, license verifications, and other pre-hire requirements
• Track new-hire clearance status and elevate onboarding issues as needed
• Send clearance communications and HRIS registration invitations
• Coordinate with IT, Credentialing, and other departments to ensure employees are ready for Day 1
• Support temporary and contract staff onboarding and maintain complete electronic personnel files

Skills

HR experience

Onboarding

Pre-employment clearances

ATS/HRIS

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Paycom

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Onboarding Specialist (CR/512569) New York, New York

Salary: USD35 - USD45 per hour

A health services network in New York City is looking to add a new HR Specialist to support onboarding and new-hire orientation.

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Day
• Schedule: Monday through Thursday during training; Monday through Friday after training
• Hours: 9am to 5pm
• Setting: In-person

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and send offer letters and welcome communications
• Coordinate background checks, employment physicals, references, license verifications, and other pre-hire requirements
• Track new-hire clearance status and elevate onboarding issues as needed
• Send clearance communications and HRIS registration invitations
• Coordinate with IT, Credentialing, and other departments to ensure employees are ready for Day 1
• Support temporary and contract staff onboarding and maintain complete electronic personnel files

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of relevant human resources experience
• Hands-on experience with onboarding and new-hire processing
• Experience managing pre-employment clearances and onboarding documentation
• Experience with HRIS or ATS platforms, preferably Paycom
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Desired Skills:

• Experience supporting onboarding in an organization with 250 or more employees
• Experience coordinating new-hire orientation

Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.