Unknown Company

Human Resources Coordinator

fairfield, nj • Posted 1 weeks ago
Onsite Full Time Staffing and Recruiting


We’re seeking an HR Coordinator to manage the day-to-day administrative operations of our HR department. You’ll own HR systems, records, payroll and benefits administration, and compliance processes, while serving as a trusted resource for our employees.

Key Responsibilities

HR operations and records

  • Maintain accurate employee files and data in the HRIS, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity
  • Process new hires, status changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations
  • Conduct regular audits of personnel files and HR data
  • Generate HR reports and metrics (headcount, turnover, absenteeism, etc.)

Payroll and benefits administration

  • Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate and timely processing of pay changes, deductions, and time-off balances
  • Administer employee benefits, including enrollment, changes, and life event updates
  • Manage open enrollment, including communications and employee support in English and Spanish
  • Serve as liaison with benefits carriers, brokers, and vendors to resolve issues
  • Administer leaves of absence (FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and state-specific leave)

Compliance and policy

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Maintain I-9 and E-Verify compliance, including regular audits
  • Support preparation for audits, agency filings, and required reporting (EEO-1, ACA, etc.)
  • Help develop, update, and communicate HR policies and the employee handbook
  • Maintain required postings and notices in both English and Spanish

Employee support and communication

  • Respond to employee questions about benefits, pay, policies, and procedures
  • Provide interpretation and translation of HR documents, meetings, and communications
  • Support onboarding and offboarding processes
  • Assist with employee relations documentation and investigations as needed

Process improvement

  • Identify opportunities to streamline HR workflows and improve the employee experience
  • Support HRIS updates, system testing, and implementation of new tools
  • Develop templates, forms, and procedures to improve consistency and efficiency

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 2-4 years of experience in HR administration, payroll, or benefits administration
  • Solid understanding of employment laws and HR compliance requirements
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy with data
  • Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, especially Excel

Skills and Competencies

  • Highly organized, with strong time management and prioritization
  • Analytical thinking and comfort working with data
  • Clear, professional written and verbal communication in both languages
  • Discretion, integrity, and sound judgment
  • Customer-service orientation and approachable demeanor
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively


Human Resources Coordinator in fairfield at Unknown Company

This position is listed as full time and onsite.

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