Human Resources Coordinator

Southern Tire Mart • Columbia, MS

42d

About The Position

The Human Resources Coordinator will be responsible for a variety of HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, employee records management, HR support, compliance, and administrative tasks. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of HR processes and supporting employees and managers across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical HR practices.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of Human Resources, Recruiting, or Administrative experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-service mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical HR practices.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience with HRIS systems (UKG experience preferred).
• Experience supporting multi-state employment practices.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, or willingness to pursue certification).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruiting activities for multiple locations and departments.
• Maintain communication with candidates and hiring managers.
• Manage job postings across recruiting platforms and company systems.
• Track recruiting metrics and hiring progress.
• Assist with employment offers and pre-employment requirements.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation processes.
• Ensure completion of all required employment documentation.
• Facilitate background checks, drug screenings, and employment verification activities.
• Monitor onboarding progress and follow up on outstanding requirements.
• Partner with managers to ensure Day One readiness for new employees.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HRIS records.
• Process employee status changes, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
• Ensure employee records are accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable laws.
• Assist with document retention and recordkeeping requirements.
• Support audits and reporting requests.
• Serve as a primary HR contact for employee and manager inquiries.
• Provide guidance regarding company policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Assist with employee relations documentation and administrative support.
• Prepare HR communications, forms, and correspondence.
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Ensure I-9, E-Verify, and employment documentation compliance.
• Assist with policy administration and handbook acknowledgments.
• Support HR audits, investigations, and compliance reviews.
• Monitor required labor law postings and employment notices.
• Generate reports from HR systems and maintain HR metrics.
• Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Support payroll, benefits, and HR team functions as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on the employee experience across a growing organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree