People Operations & Onboarding Specialist

Advance Transit; Hartford (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Transit is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to provide administrative and operational support to the HR department in Hartford, VT.

You will assist with recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll support, and recordkeeping while ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and Advance Transit policies.

This role requires strong communication, organization, and discretion, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HR or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years HR, payroll, or administrative experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP/PHR or related certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with HRIS and benefits administration desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruitment including job postings, ATS, interviews, and candidate communications.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and training assignments.
• Maintain confidential employee files and HR records.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Payroll support

Education

Associate degree in HR or related

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Payroll system

Job description

Advance Transit is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to provide administrative and operational support to the HR department in Hartford, VT.

You will assist with recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll support, and recordkeeping while ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and Advance Transit policies.

This role requires strong communication, organization, and discretion, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.