Strategic HR Coordinator: Recruitment & Engagement

Alvarado, City of (TX); Alvarado (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Alvarado is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to perform professional HR functions under supervision. The role provides guidance across recruitment, benefits, leave administration, compensation, employee relations, and policy interpretation.

The position supports onboarding, offboarding, investigations, and compliance with city policies and employment laws. A valid driver’s license and at least five years in HR are required, with government experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Human Resources principles: recruitment, employee relations, performance, benefits, training.
• Risk management and records management; HRIS and payroll data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary liaison for the HR department for inquiries from employees and partners.
• Administers risk management/training programs including workers’ comp, liability, and property insurance.
• Coordinates and administers employee leave and workplace transitions including FMLA and leave records.
• Coordinates employee engagement, recognition, and outreach activities and events.
• Coordinates onboarding/offboarding processes and pre-employment screenings and background checks.
• Manages employee relations investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement processes.

Skills

HR policy interpretation

Recruitment and selection

Employee relations

Leave administration

Data management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

5+ years HR experience

Government/municipal experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

City of Alvarado is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to perform professional HR functions under supervision. The role provides guidance across recruitment, benefits, leave administration, compensation, employee relations, and policy interpretation.

The position supports onboarding, offboarding, investigations, and compliance with city policies and employment laws. A valid driver’s license and at least five years in HR are required, with government experience preferred.