People & Culture Coordinator

Rocket Lab Corporation • Middle River, MD

17d • $25 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Based on site at Rocket Lab’s Middle River, MD Facility, the People and Culture Coordinator will provide comprehensive support in various human resources functions including general employee support, event planning/scheduling, administrative duties within HRIS and other systems, people data management, calendar management, onboarding support, mail management, personnel file management including confidential information, and other HR and administrative tasks as needed. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth, efficient, and service-oriented operation of the People & Culture department initiatives and will provide support to additional Rocket Lab sites, such as Silver Spring, MD and Wallops Island, VA.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2+ years of experience in a human resources or office administrator role
• Computer experience with programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proficient with or able to quickly learn the Company’s HRIS and payroll systems, Workday and ADP
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Assist with new hire orientation and serve as a backup presenter for the new hire orientation as needed.
• Prepare and maintain electronic personnel files and prepare termination paperwork.
• Complete new hire onboarding in the HRIS system and verify data on payroll system.
• Maintain active and terminated employee data in all systems.
• Assist with planning employee events and attend such events to support as needed.
• Provide administrative support to employees.
• Assist with offboarding processes and intake/documentation of employee relations matters.
• Assist with employee 60-day review tracking.
• Assist with any required preparation for annual performance review, merit and benefits open enrollment cycles.
• Complete and verify I-9 documentation as needed and maintain I-9 files.
• Manage calendars and assist with scheduling meetings for the P&C department.
• Take detailed notes and minutes in meetings when required.
• Assist with employee engagement programs, awards, and gifts, as requested.
• Track required employee training competition on L&D platform and follow up with employees and managers who require completion.
• Assist with Rocket Lab Academy training coordination for employees with appropriate teams.
• Order and maintain inventory of all Company swag for new hires and special events.
• Retrieve mail, manage incoming/outgoing mail, and process invoices as needed.
• Other administrative duties and general support on projects, as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Other perks include: discounted employee stock purchase program, and free snacks/drinks onsite.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED