HR Coordinator

Newman University • Wichita, KS

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About The Position

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to join our team. This role serves as a trusted resource for faculty, staff, and administrators, delivering high-quality, customer-focused HR support. You will provide operational and administrative assistance across key HR functions—including recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee engagement—while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and responsiveness in every interaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field. Relevant professional experience may substitute for formal education requirements.
• 1–3 years of HR or customer service experience; higher education experience preferred.
• Strong customer service orientation and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• higher education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and departments, providing timely and professional HR support.
• Coordinate job postings and assist hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Manage onboarding processes to ensure new hires feel welcomed and supported.
• Process employment changes in the HRIS and maintain accurate personnel records.
• Coordinate annual and new hire training and track participation.
• Collaborate with payroll to ensure seamless information flow and accuracy.
• Assist with audits and reporting for compliance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance service delivery.
• Promote initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and institutional culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and approximately 20 paid holidays/breaks
• Tuition Waiver for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents after one year of employment
• Additional benefits to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level