Human Resources Coordinator

Rhode Island College

Providence (RI)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition waivers

Job summary

Rhode Island College in Providence seeks a Human Resources Coordinator to support HR functions, with a focus on providing exceptional customer service to faculty and staff, processing HR transactions, and assisting with onboarding and data integrity in HRIS systems. The role emphasizes collaboration, discretion, and problem solving within a busy, on‑site environment.

Bachelor’s degree and HRIS experience are preferred; the position offers a $60,000–$70,000 starting salary and a comprehensive

Qualifications

Minimum four years of professional experience in HR.
Two years in an HR office or HR-related functions.
Hands-on experience with HRIS systems (Workday, Banner, PeopleSoft).
Strong professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide confidential HR services and advice to employees.
Support hiring, onboarding, and personnel maintenance for staff.
Process and audit HR transactions in HRIS systems.
Collaborate on policy interpretation and benefits administration.
Participate in process improvement projects.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Workday

PeopleSoft

Banner

Job description

Rhode Island College is seeking an HR professional to join our team as a Human Resources Coordinator. This position will support various HR functions; with a focus on providing exceptional customer service and support to our faculty and staff, processing and auditing HR transactions in our HRIS (Workday, PeopleSoft), coordinating onboarding with new hires and participating in various process improvement projects. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated ability with data accuracy, problem solving, applying discretion and supporting a collaborative team environment. If you’re excited about building a rewarding career in a role that offers new experiences and challenges every day, this may be the opportunity for you!

Primary Purpose

The Human Resources Coordinator is an integral part of RIC’s Human Resources team. The HR Coordinator provides broad and comprehensive support to the employees of RIC by providing expert and confidential HR services, resources, information, and advice. The Coordinator will assist the HR staff with all aspects of Human Resources administration, including supporting the hiring, on-boarding, and personnel maintenance related to all classified and non-classified staff at the college.

This important team-member administers the human resources functions related to all aspects of the employment relationship, including policy and contract adherence and interpretation, pay and benefits administration, and assisting with planning and implementing all day-to-day operations for the Human Resources department.

Commitment to RIC’s Mission

Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the college as well as an inclusive, collaborative, and positive employee culture.
Work proactively and collaboratively with others throughout the college to provide quality customer service and information to a diverse, dynamic and inclusive community.
Possess and utilize excellent verbal, interpersonal, communication, customer-service, and relationship‑building skills. Partner with and support academic, administrative and operational departments for hiring managers, supervisors, employees of the college.
Build and maintain productive working relationships with both academic and administrative college leadership, as well as with external State colleagues to process and deliver a full array of human resource services for both classified and non‑classified staff.
Collaborate with HR team members to resolve matters regarding, policy, compensation and benefits with an eye toward building an equitable and inclusive workplace.
Perform a key role as a cross‑department and cross‑institution team‑player, developing effective working relationships to promote and support all aspects of the Office of Human Resources daily operations and initiatives.
Serve as a primary point of contact to answer staff questions related to contracts, pay and benefits for classified and non‑classified employees.

Technical Expertise

Accurately initiate and manage all personnel actions related to union and non‑union staff, including, but not limited to, hires, terminations, leaves, promotions, and changes to demographic and salary data.
Initiate actions and correspond with staff regarding all personnel matters including changes to employee status, adjustments to wages, managing leave requests and alternative work arrangements.
Accurately execute complex State and College policy contract adherence and manage and process confidential State‑mandated forms utilizing current administrative software including both vendor purchased and State HRIS systems and mass e‑mail communications.
Expertly utilize technology enterprise software systems and tools to generate and analyze HR data statistical, payroll and demographic reports; monitor and maintain databases and organizational charts.

Hiring and On‑boarding

Working collaboratively with stakeholders throughout the institution, participate in and update new staff on‑boarding programs and processes creating a positive and informative experience for new hires.
Provide benefit information and counseling to new staff members regarding state fringe benefits, leaves, working conditions; respond to questions and provide confidential follow up when necessary; ensure the completeness and accuracy of all State, Federal and RIC employment materials/forms.
Assist with the operation of all fringe benefit efforts and changes; respond to employee’s questions and changes regarding benefit coverage and eligibility in a timely and accurate manner.

Departmental Support

Participate on various ad hoc project teams and HR activities related to current policies and programs.
Act as backup team member for other Human Resources staff during periods of absence or peak periods.
Participate in the training and supervision of part‑time and temporary help staff as required.

Occasional Duties

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by HR leadership

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and continually assess and prioritize workload.
Ability to pay close attention to detail and deploy excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to possess high standards of ethics and confidentiality.
Ability to accurately and efficiently handle a large volume of time sensitive transactions.

Required Qualifications

At least four (4) years of professional experience;
Two (2) years of professional experience working in a human resources office, or in a role with relevant experience in human resource functions.
Hands‑on experience working with a complex Human Resources Information System ( HRIS ) and/or other Enterprise Resource Systems such as Workday, Banner, PeopleSoft or related systems.
Ability to communicate professionally, clearly and effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree
At least two (2) years of related professional experience.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and continually assess and prioritize workload as circumstances dictate.
Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail and deploy excellent organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to possess high standards of ethics and confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability to accurately and efficiently handle a large volume of time sensitive transactions.

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Environmental Conditions

The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Salary Grade

Salary Grade 10NC

Full Time / Part Time

Full Time / Part Time Full‑time

Proposed Starting Salary Range

$60,000 - $70,000

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:30am – 4:30pm 35 hours/week This position is on‑site

Benefits

Full‑time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:

Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision
Wellness Incentives and Rewards
Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday
Disability and Insurance Benefits
Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC , CCRI & URI

As an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and to expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have an earned Associate's degree?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have two (2) years of professional experience working in a human resources office, or in a role with relevant experience in human resource functions?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated hands‑on experience working with a complex Human Resources Information System and/or other Enterprise Resource Systems such as Workday, Banner, PeopleSoft or related systems?
- Yes
- No