Human Resources Coordinator

Charter Oak Federal Credit Union; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is seeking an entry-level HR Coordinator to provide administrative and operational support across Human Resources in Waterford, CT. You will handle onboarding, personnel files, timekeeping, payroll support, benefits administration, and HR inquiries.

The role emphasizes detail orientation, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail, professional communication skills, discretion, organization, customer service orientation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee HR questions.
• Prepares and maintains payroll.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HRIS records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process employee status changes including hires, transfers, promotions, compensation updates, and separations.
• Prepare employment verification requests and other routine employee documentation.
• Support HR programs, employee communications, engagement activities, and events.
• Assist with audits, reporting, compliance requirements, and document retention.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Discretion

Organization

Customer service

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in HR or related field

2 years HR experience

Tools

ADP payroll

ADP timekeeping

Job description

The HR Coordinator provides administrative and operational support across the Human Resources function, serving as a primary point of contact for employees and managers. This entry-level role is responsible for coordinating day-to-day HR activities including employee onboarding, personnel record maintenance, timekeeping administration, payroll processing support, benefits administration, reporting, and employee inquiries.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Human Resources Administration

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee HR questions and requests.
• Prepares and maintains payroll.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HRIS records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Process employee status changes including hires, transfers, promotions, compensation updates, and separations.
• Prepare employment verification requests and other routine employee documentation.
• Support HR programs, employee communications, engagement activities, and events.
• Assist with audits, reporting, compliance requirements, and document retention.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must demonstrate strong attention to detail, professional communication skills, discretion, organization, customer service orientation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required, or two years of experience in a Human Resources role. Experience working with ADP payroll or timekeeping systems is strongly preferred. Financial services or credit union experience is a plus.

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