Human Resources Coordinator

Community Partners in Action • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

The Human Resources Coordinator supports recruiting, onboarding, HRIS administration, employee records management, and general HR operations. The role requires at least two years of HR or administrative experience, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing excellent service to employees and candidates. Experience with Paycom or a similar HRIS platform is preferred. Bilingual Spanish/English candidates and candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply. Candidates with lived experience must be free of pending charges and have been off probation, parole, or other judicial supervision for at least three years.

Community Partners in Action (CPA) is a mission-driven organization focused on criminal justice reform and supporting individuals in building productive lives in their communities. Its programs include reentry services, supportive housing, youth programs, alternatives to incarceration, and the Prison Arts Program. CPA serves more than 4,000 people across Connecticut each year and is committed to belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

The position is based in the Human Resources program at CPA's Hartford administrative office. The listed salary is $30.29 per hour ($63,000 annually).

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of Human Resources, recruiting, or administrative experience required.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, empathy, and the ability to navigate interpersonal situations professionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Candidates with lived experience must be free of pending charges and have been off probation, parole, or other judicial supervision for at least three years.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with Paycom or a similar HRIS platform preferred.
• Experience supporting recruiting and onboarding activities preferred.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR) or HRIS-related training is a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the recruitment process, including posting positions, sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, conducting phone screenings, and maintaining candidate communications.
• Collaborate with the HR Director to understand staffing needs and review job descriptions for open positions.
• Assist with candidate evaluations, reference checks, and offer preparation.
• Maintain applicant tracking records and recruitment metrics.
• Coordinate new employee onboarding and orientation programs.
• Process new hire paperwork and verify employment eligibility documentation using Form I-9.
• Enter and maintain employee information in the HRIS.
• Coordinate with Administration, IT, and hiring managers to support onboarding and Day One readiness.
• Create, maintain, and audit employee personnel files and electronic records.
• Ensure HRIS data is accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Process employee status changes, including promotions, transfers, compensation updates, and terminations.
• Prepare employment verification requests and routine HR documentation.
• Respond to routine employee inquiries about HR policies, benefits, payroll, and employment processes; escalate complex employee relations matters to the HR Generalist or HR Director as appropriate.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, HR communications, and departmental events.
• Assist with benefits administration and annual open enrollment activities.
• Support compliance efforts related to personnel files, audits, and required employment documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and sensitive HR records.
• Coordinate employee separation and offboarding activities, including documentation, benefit notifications, and system access termination.
• Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, headcount reports, and HRIS data exports for leadership review and compliance purposes.
• Assist with HR projects, policy updates, handbook revisions, and implementation of HR programs and initiatives.
• Schedule meetings, trainings, and HR-related events.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees who work at least 25 hours per week; eligibility begins after 60 days of employment.
• Eligibility to participate in the 401(k) plan after 60 days of employment.
• Employer-paid basic life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage for employees who work at least 25 hours per week.
• Voluntary critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, prepaid legal services, personal accident insurance, supplemental short-term disability, and whole life insurance.
• Generous vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 13 paid holidays each year.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Supportive workplace environment focused on employee health, wellness, and meaningful work.

What This Job Offers

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