Human Resources Coordinator

Ultimate Staffing; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Human Resources Coordinator to support day-to-day HR operations in San Diego. The role partners with the HR Director and leadership to manage recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement initiatives, and HR administration.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced in supporting a fast-paced HR department. Onsite in San Diego, Monday–Friday with standard business hours, DOE pay.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of HR, Recruiting, or HR Administrative experience.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations activities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Experience maintaining employee records and HR databases preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment workflow, including resume review, interview coordination, offer administration, onboarding, and new hire follow-up.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and department leaders throughout the hiring process.
• Maintain applicant tracking systems, recruitment databases, and employment postings.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee and visitor HR inquiries.
• Support onboarding and orientation activities to ensure a positive employee experience.
• Assist with planning and coordinating employee events, recognition programs, and engagement initiatives.
• Create, maintain, and audit personnel, medical, and payroll files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide administrative support to the HR Director and department as needed.
• Assist with special projects and other HR-related duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Confidential information handling

HR experience

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Human Resources Coordinator to support day-to-day HR operations for a growing organization in San Diego. This role will partner closely with the HR Director and leadership team to manage recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement initiatives, and HR administration. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced in supporting a fast-paced HR department.

Job Details

Human Resources Coordinator

San Diego, CA | Onsite

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Pay: $23+ DOE/hour

Position Summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Human Resources Coordinator to support day-to-day HR operations for a growing organization in San Diego. This role will partner closely with the HR Director and leadership team to manage recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement initiatives, and HR administration. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced in supporting a fast-paced HR department.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment workflow, including resume review, interview coordination, offer administration, onboarding, and new hire follow-up
• Coordinate with hiring managers and department leaders throughout the hiring process
• Maintain applicant tracking systems, recruitment databases, and employment postings
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee and visitor HR inquiries
• Support onboarding and orientation activities to ensure a positive employee experience
• Assist with planning and coordinating employee events, recognition programs, and engagement initiatives
• Create, maintain, and audit personnel, medical, and payroll files to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Provide administrative support to the HR Director and department as needed
• Assist with special projects and other HR-related duties

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of Human Resources, Recruiting, or HR Administrative experience
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations activities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Experience maintaining employee records and HR databases preferred

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.