Human Resources & Administration Coordinator

Atrium Staffing; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Job summary

Atrium Staffing is seeking a Human Resources & Administration Coordinator to support HR operations, payroll, recruitment, onboarding, and compliance initiatives. The role emphasizes confidentiality, strong organization, and collaboration to create a positive employee experience.

Responsibilities include payroll processing, benefits administration, employee relations support, and annual open enrollment coordination in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in human resources, payroll, or administrative support roles.
• Knowledge of HR principles, employee relations practices, and employment regulations.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and payroll processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activities and candidate communication throughout the hiring process.
• Manage onboarding and orientation for new hires to ensure a smooth integration.
• Maintain accurate job descriptions and assist with workforce planning.
• Provide employee relations support and address HR inquiries.
• Partner with managers to address workplace issues and foster a positive environment.
• Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and payroll processing.
• Assist with HR audits, reporting, and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate training opportunities and monitor compliance training completion.
• Support performance management and documentation processes.
• Participate in HR projects and policy implementations across the organization.

Skills

HR experience

Payroll experience

Administrative support

Excel

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

ADP payroll

Job description

Client Overview:

A nonprofit transportation and operations organization is seeking a Human Resources & Administration Coordinator to support human resources operations, payroll administration, employee relations, recruitment, and compliance initiatives. This role plays a key part in creating a positive employee experience while ensuring efficient HR processes and organizational support.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$30/hr - $35/hr

Position Overview:

The Human Resources & Administration Coordinator is passionate about employee support and thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. This role provides day-to-day HR and administrative support, including recruitment coordination, onboarding, payroll processing, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and training initiatives. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, and communication abilities are essential.

Responsibilities of the Human Resources & Administration Coordinator:

• Recruitment Support — Coordinate recruitment activities, candidate outreach, and communication throughout the hiring process.
• Onboarding & Orientation — Manage new hire onboarding, orientation, and integration to ensure a positive employee experience.
• Job Description Management — Maintain accurate job descriptions and assist with workforce planning initiatives.
• Employee Relations Support — Serve as a point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and HR-related inquiries.
• Manager Support — Partner with managers to address workplace issues and foster a positive work environment.
• Employee Engagement — Support recognition programs, employee engagement initiatives, and internal communication efforts.
• HR Records Administration — Maintain and update employee records while ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Regulatory Compliance — Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Audit & Reporting Support — Assist with HR audits, reporting requirements, and compliance documentation.
• Benefits Administration — Support employee benefit enrollments, plan changes, and benefits-related inquiries.
• Open Enrollment Coordination — Assist with annual open enrollment activities and employee communications.
• Payroll Administration — Support the processing of biweekly and special payrolls while ensuring accuracy for exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Compensation Support — Assist with compensation reviews, payroll coordination, and related HR processes.
• Training & Development — Coordinate training opportunities and monitor completion of required compliance training programs.
• Performance Management Support — Assist with performance review cycles and performance documentation processes.
• HR Projects — Participate in special projects, process improvements, and departmental initiatives as assigned.
• Policy Implementation — Support the implementation and communication of HR policies and procedures across the organization.
• Confidentiality & Professionalism — Handle sensitive employee and payroll information with discretion and professionalism.

Required Experience/Skills for the Human Resources & Administration Coordinator:

• 2-3 years of experience in human resources, payroll, or an administrative support role.
• Knowledge of HR principles, employee relations practices, and employment regulations.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and payroll processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to supporting employees and management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Collaborative, responsive, and team-oriented professional who works effectively across departments.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Human Resources & Administration Coordinator:

• Experience with ADP payroll systems or similar payroll platforms.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent human resources or administrative experience will be considered.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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