HR Coordinator (Entry Level)

HR Elements•Lexington, KY

About The Position

The HR Coordinator is an entry-level human resources role that provides front-line, service-oriented support to all employees. This position serves as a primary point of contact for HR and payroll-related inquiries through a centralized inbox, phone line, or ticketing system and supports foundational HR and payroll processes. The HR Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring timely responses, accurate recordkeeping, and consistent application of employer policies while working in a high-volume, process-driven environment. This role is ideal for someone beginning their HR career who is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and eager to learn multiple areas of human resources.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or related field
0–2 years of related experience
Strong attention to detail and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Education experience
Exposure to HRIS or payroll systems
Interest in HR certification

Responsibilities

Serve as a first point of contact for HR and payroll inquiries via shared inbox, phone, and/or ticketing system.
Triage, document, and respond to routine HR and payroll questions.
Escalate complex or sensitive matters appropriately.
Send reminders for timecard completion, review timecards on a weekly basis.
Enter pay, job and other demographic changes into Paycom for timely payroll entry.
Maintain accurate employee pay data.
Support audits and reconciliations.
Support onboarding and offboarding.
Assist with employment verifications.
Provide accurate HR policy guidance.
Maintain confidential employee records.
Assist with benefits and leave tracking.
Support I-9 processing and audits.
Apply policies consistently.
Identify trends and suggest process improvements.