HR Coordinator

Baylor Evnen Wolfe & Tannehill LLP•Lincoln, NE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Coordinator supports the daily functions of HR with a unique focus on the firm’s training and professional development program. In this role, you will have the opportunity to build and standardize processes as well as coordinate associated efforts. This role will assess needs, design and implement structured learning programs, and establish the systems, processes, and infrastructure necessary to support staff development. The position partners closely with firm leadership and practice group leaders to enhance skills, leadership capability, compliance, and overall performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field (will consider past experience in similar role in lieu of degree)
Strong facilitation, project management, time management, and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High level of professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information

Nice To Haves

3+ years of HR, training, or professional development experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
Experience building or implementing a training function, LMS, or structured learning programs
Working knowledge of CLE requirements and legal industry compliance standards.

Responsibilities

Design structured curricula for onboarding, initial training, and ongoing development for all staff roles.
Coordinate all onboarding and training plans with identified trainers/subject matter experts.
Collaborate with practice group leaders to understand specific needs and identify existing gaps. Develop strategy aligned with the firm’s business goals and practice needs.
Create competency frameworks for staff roles.
Establish training policies, procedures, tracking mechanisms, and documentation standards. Regularly review metrics to evaluate program effectiveness.
Build a centralized training calendar and resource library (including mandatory compliance training).
Own processes of tracking Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits and ensure compliance with state bar requirements.
Assist in full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and offer letters.
Support performance management processes, including documentation, and annual reviews.
Promote employee engagement initiatives and retention efforts.
Support benefits administration.
Ensure employee master files are maintained.
Ensure familiarity with payroll process to serve as back up when necessary.
Assist in processing employment status changes, terminations, and related documentation.