HR Operations & Onboarding Specialist

Kodiak Area Native Association; Alaska; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid Parental Leave

Employer-paid medical/dental/vision

Tuition assistance

Life insurance at 2.5x salary

EAP

Job summary

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) in Kodiak, Alaska is seeking a Human Resources Operations Coordinator to manage the administrative and logistical aspects of our hiring process, from posting to onboarding. You will coordinate job postings, candidate communications, and ensure accurate ATS/HRIS records.

Working with hiring managers, you will support recruitment operations, compliance, and process improvements, ensuring a positive candidate experience and timely activities across the

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• At least two years' experience in HR, recruitment coordination, or administrative support.
• Experience with ATS/HRIS platforms preferred.
• Healthcare recruitment experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activities from requisition through onboarding.
• Manage job postings across multiple recruitment platforms, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
• Schedule interviews, coordinate calendars, prepare interview materials, and facilitate virtual and in-person interviews.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process, providing timely communication and exceptional customer service.
• Track candidate progress through the ATS and ensure recruitment activities stay on schedule.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including background checks and drug screenings.
• Partner with hiring managers to ensure onboarding activities are completed before start dates.
• Maintain accurate records within ATS/HRIS, ensuring compliance with documentation and retention requirements.
• Monitor recruitment workflows, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate candidate travel arrangements for site visits, including itineraries and logistics.
• Assist with recruitment outreach and promotion of employment opportunities.
• Support development and maintenance of HR policies, job descriptions, and recruitment resources.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP / CSP certification preferred

Tools

ATS/HRIS

Job description

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) in Kodiak, Alaska is seeking a Human Resources Operations Coordinator to manage the administrative and logistical aspects of our hiring process, from posting to onboarding. You will coordinate job postings, candidate communications, and ensure accurate ATS/HRIS records.

Working with hiring managers, you will support recruitment operations, compliance, and process improvements, ensuring a positive candidate experience and timely activities across the