Human Resources Coordinator

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life & AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

Voluntary benefits

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) plan

Pension plan

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to manage HR administration, employee records, payroll, and compliance. This role supports employee relations, safety, training, and development across the organization.

You’ll perform ADP data entry, oversee benefits enrollment, and coordinate with management on recruitment, onboarding, and leave processes while ensuring confidential handling of records and adherence to policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain comprehensive employee files including medical, personnel, terminated, and applicant records.
• Perform ADP data entry for employee records, demographic changes, and benefit enrollments.
• Manage payroll records and timesheet processing using HRIS system.
• Process ADA accommodation requests.
• Administer FMLA processes including eligibility determination, documentation, and tracking.
• Handle PLOA requests and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all leave policies and maintain confidential records.
• Investigate and document incident reports including injuries, accidents, and grievances.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings and support safety training programs.
• Coordinate employee benefits and assist with registration and claims.
• Administer Safe From Harm program including training and compliance.
• Implement and conduct HR training for management and supervisory staff.
• Assist with employee orientation and onboarding.
• Support leadership development and policy compliance initiatives.
• Advise management on personnel matters including recruitment and retention.

Job description

Human Resources Coordinator

Location: Des Moines, IA

Pay: $20-22.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday typical office hours. Weekends and Evenings occasionally

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. We’re seeking a dedicated HR professional to manage employee relations, training programs, and ensure compliance with organizational policies. This role is crucial in supporting our mission through effective human resources management and employee development.

What You’ll Do

HR Administration & Records Management

• Maintain comprehensive employee files including medical, personnel, terminated, and applicant records
• Perform ADP data entry for employee records, demographic changes, and benefit enrollments
• Manage accurate payroll records and timesheet processing using HRIS system
• Process and engage in ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accommodation requests
• Administer FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act) processes including eligibility determination, documentation, and tracking
• Handle PLOA (Personal Leave of Absence) requests and documentation
• Ensure compliance with all leave policies and maintain confidential records

Employee Relations & Safety

• Investigate and document incident reports including injuries, accidents, and grievances
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings and support safety training programs
• Coordinate employee benefits and assist with registration and claims
• Administer Safe From Harm program including training and compliance

Training & Development

• Implement and conduct HR training for management and supervisory staff
• Assist with employee orientation and onboarding
• Support leadership development and policy compliance initiatives
• Advise management on personnel matters including recruitment and retention

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!