HR Coordinator (Recruiting & Onboarding)

Hope Christian Services • Wyckoff, NJ

14h

About The Position

Hope Christian Services is seeking an organized, people-oriented HR Coordinator to support recruiting, onboarding, and general Human Resources operations. The role helps recruit and onboard employees who support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while providing hands-on experience across multiple areas of HR alongside an experienced team. Recent graduates and candidates with less than one year of HR or recruiting experience are encouraged to apply.

The coordinator assists with recruiting for a variety of positions, communicates with applicants, conducts initial phone screens, coordinates interviews, and follows up with candidates and hiring managers. The role also coordinates onboarding and orientation, tracks pre-employment requirements, and helps complete employment verifications, I-9 documentation, and personnel files.

Additional duties include maintaining employee records and HR systems, assisting with reference checks and reporting, responding to routine employee questions, and supporting benefits administration, employee relations, leave administration, compliance, and special HR projects. The position requires discretion when handling confidential information. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include background checks, drug screening, I-9 verification, Central Registry checks, and CARI checks.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
• Professional, friendly, and service-oriented approach when working with candidates, employees, and managers.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work collaboratively.
• Previous HR, recruiting, administrative, or customer service experience is helpful but not required.
• Applicable pre-employment requirements must be successfully completed; these may include criminal background checks, drug screening, I-9 employment eligibility verification, Central Registry checks, and CARI checks.

Nice To Haves

• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience with an HRIS or applicant tracking system is a plus.
• Recent graduates and candidates with less than one year of HR or recruiting experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting for a variety of positions across the organization.
• Review applications, communicate with candidates, conduct initial phone screens, and coordinate interviews with hiring managers.
• Follow up with candidates and managers to keep the hiring process moving.
• Participate in job fairs and community recruiting events.
• Coordinate new-hire onboarding, orientation scheduling, and required paperwork.
• Track pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screenings, and other required clearances.
• Assist with employment verifications, I-9 documentation, and personnel file completion.
• Help ensure new employees have a smooth and welcoming start.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update the HRIS and applicant tracking system.
• Assist with reference checks, reporting, and other HR administrative tasks.
• Respond to routine employee questions and direct more complex matters to the appropriate HR team member.
• Support benefits administration, employee relations, leave administration, compliance, and special HR projects as needed.
• Handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with HCS paying up to 90% of medical premiums.
• Paid time off, sick time, and extended illness benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,800 annually.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance an HR career.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed