Human Resources Coordinator

South Country Health Alliance • Medford, MN

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

South Country Health Alliance is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to join our team! In this role, you will provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Department. This role assists with recruitment, onboarding, benefits coordination, HRIS maintenance, policy administration, compliance tasks, employee support, and training coordination. The HR Coordinator ensures HR processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with organizational policies, best practices, and state/federal employment laws. This position serves as a key point of contact for employees and supports a positive workplace culture through timely communication, confidentiality, and high-quality customer service. The Human Resources Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Department. This role assists with recruitment, onboarding, benefits coordination, HRIS maintenance, policy administration, compliance tasks, employee support, and training coordination. The HR Coordinator ensures HR processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with organizational policies, best practices, and state/federal employment laws. This position serves as a key point of contact for employees and supports a positive workplace culture through timely communication, confidentiality, and high-quality customer service.

Requirements

• Associates degree in human resources, business administration, or related field, with at least 1 year of experience working with HRIS or database systems; OR 5 years of demonstrated experience in payroll, benefits administration, applicant tracking or HRIS maintenance will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Confidentiality.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Problem solving skills.
• Adaptability in fast paced environments with set deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree in human resources or business administration
• HR certification
• Experience supporting benefits, payroll, and applicant tracking
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws

Responsibilities

• Supports recruitment activities by coordinating job postings, candidate communications, interview scheduling, and selection documentation. Maintains requisition and ATS (applicant tracking system) records and assists with pre-employment screening and offer preparation per policy.
• Coordinates onboarding and offboarding processes by preparing new hire paperwork and orientation logistics, initiating access/equipment requests, and tracking required acknowledgements and employment eligibility documents. Supports separation activities including documentation, system updates, property return, and exit process coordination.
• Serves as a first point of contact for employee HR questions, providing basic guidance and routing issues appropriately while maintaining confidentiality. Supports employee relations and performance management administration through accurate documentation, tracking, and coordination of related activities.
• Administers routine benefits, compensation, and leave processes by answering employee questions, processing enrollments/changes, and coordinating open enrollment communications and vendor interactions. Supports leave and workers compensation administration and ensures HR-to-payroll data is accurate and timely per established workflows.
• Maintains accurate HRIS/ATS data and personnel records, ensuring confidentiality, proper retention, and timely updates for employee lifecycle changes. Produces standard reports and audits records to correct discrepancies and respond to authorized verification and information requests.
• Supports HR compliance activities by tracking required employment documentation, maintaining policy acknowledgements, and assisting with audit preparation and follow-up. Handles records and communications in accordance with confidentiality and data privacy expectations.
• Provides administrative support to the HR department through scheduling, correspondence, inbox/phone coverage, and coordination of training and employee communications. Assists with HR projects and process improvements to ensure efficient, consistent service delivery.
• Performs other related HR duties within scope, including special projects, system/process initiatives, and back-up coverage for HR administrative functions. Adapts to organizational needs while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Pension (PERA)
• Work-life flexibility: Hybrid and remote options with quarterly on-site expectations.
• Predictable pay growth: Structured step-based salary system for transparency and stability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees