Human Resources Coordinator - Construction

MissionHires; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MissionHires is seeking an organized, detail-oriented HR Coordinator to provide HR Shared Services support across onboarding, pre-employment administration, HCM system updates, employee records, background checks, drug screens, benefits administration, and general HR operations.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on HR coordination experience, strong Workday or similar HCM system skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive employee information confidentially.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience in an HR Coordinator, HR Administrative, or similar HR operations role.
• Experience using an HCM system; Workday experience is preferred.
• Hands-on experience supporting onboarding and pre-employment processes.
• Experience processing background checks and drug screens.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding activities, including pre-employment requirements, offer letters, and employee system profile setup.
• Review new-hire paperwork for completeness and accuracy, and process documentation accordingly.
• Process employment verifications, background checks, and drug screens.
• Complete E-Verify employment eligibility checks using Form I-9.
• Maintain accurate applicant and employee tracking records and files.
• Protect confidential employee information and disciplinary records.
• Assist with preparing HR-related statistical reports and tracking data.
• Provide clerical and administrative support to HR team members as needed.
• Respond to inquiries about benefits and company policies; escalate when appropriate.
• Track benefit eligibility status and update payroll deduction records.
• Respond to unemployment claims and complete additional HR assignments as needed.

Skills

Workday experience

HR coordination

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication skills

HR systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Workday

Job description

MissionHires is seeking an organized, detail-oriented HR Coordinator on behalf of a client company. This role provides essential HR Shared Services support across onboarding, pre-employment administration, HCM system updates, employee records, background checks, drug screens, benefits administration, and general HR operations. The ideal candidate brings hands-on HR coordination experience, strong Workday or similar HCM system skills, sound judgment, and a demonstrated ability to handle sensitive employee information confidentially.

How You'll Contribute

• Support onboarding activities, including pre-employment requirements, offer letters, and employee system profile setup.
• Review new-hire paperwork and forms for completeness and accuracy, and process documentation accordingly.
• Process employment verifications, background checks, and drug screens.
• Complete E-Verify employment eligibility checks using information from Form I-9.
• Maintain accurate applicant and employee tracking records, including new-hire flow logs, coaching and review documentation, warnings, terminations, and wage adjustments.
• Maintain electronic and, where applicable, hard-copy employee files.
• Protect confidential employee information, including drug screen results, HIPAA-restricted information, and disciplinary records.
• Assist with preparing HR-related statistical reports and tracking data.
• Provide clerical and administrative support to HR team members as needed.
• Respond to telephone inquiries related to employee benefits and company policies and procedures, escalating questions when appropriate.
• Track benefit eligibility status and update payroll deduction records when eligibility requirements are met.
• Respond to unemployment claims and complete additional HR assignments as needed.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3–4 years of experience in an HR Coordinator, HR Administrative, or similar HR operations role.
• Experience using an HCM system; Workday experience is preferred.
• Hands-on experience supporting onboarding and pre-employment processes.
• Experience processing background checks and drug screens.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
• Strong technology skills and comfort working across HR systems and digital records.
• Opportunity to support a dynamic, people-centered HR team.
• Hands-on experience across HR Shared Services, talent management, employee engagement, and HR operations.
• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration and HR process improvement initiatives.
• Opportunities to build and expand HR operations and systems expertise.