Human Resources Coordinator

Professional Search Network; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced Human Resources professional in East Rutherford, NJ. The role involves facilitating the hiring process, onboarding employees, and managing HR documentation. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field, with at least 2 years of HR experience in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in MS Office and strong time management skills are essential. This position offers opportunities to work in a dynamic team and contributes to various HR functions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Human Resources experience in a fast-paced environment required.
• Working understanding of human resource principles, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open warehouse/transportation positions.
• Onboarding of warehouse employees and drivers.
• Conduct new hire orientation in English and/or Spanish.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Excellent time management

Knowledge of labor and employment laws

Strong onboarding background

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open warehouse/transportation positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Onboarding of warehouse employees and drivers which includes all new hire / rehire paperwork, I9 verification and WOTC compliance.
• Completes Forms I-9, verifies I-9 documentation and maintains I-9 files.
• Conduct new hire orientation in English and/or Spanish.
• Answer routine questions from applicants about employment procedures.
• Accurately maintain employee files.
• Assists with processing of termination paperwork.
• Implement company culture, core values and policies.
• Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions.
• Assist with employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Assist with HR policy interpretation and basic benefits inquiries.
• Assist with annual open enrollment.
• Assist with all company employee related events.
• Perform other clerical duties in support of the Human Resources Department as required or assigned

Education

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field and/or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of Human Resources experience in a fast-paced environment required.

Experience

• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Working understanding of human resource principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Knowledge of labor and employment laws
• Strong onboarding background
• Ability to work independently and think a few steps ahead.
• Ability to interact with employees and management at all levels, manage confidential issues and information with discretion.
• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
• Total discretion and respect for confidentiality of data and decision-making.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.