["HR Coordinator","HR Coordinator"]

Overview

At Barber National Institute, our Human Resources team is committed to creating an exceptional employee experience from a candidate's first interaction through every stage of their career. As a Human Resources Coordinator, you'll play a key role in supporting our employees, leaders, and HR initiatives while gaining valuable experience across multiple areas of Human Resources.

This position partners with the HR team to facilitate essential HR processes, ensure compliance, maintain accurate HR systems and employee records, and support strategic initiatives that strengthen our workplace culture. You'll contribute to projects involving onboarding, employee engagement, training, compliance, and process improvement while building expertise in human resources, project management, communication, and organizational strategy.

After successful completion of onboarding and training, and based on business needs and performance, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule of up to 1-2 remote workdays per week.

Applicant must live within driving distance of one of our hub offices located in Erie, Pittsburgh or Philadelphia.

Please Note: The title of this position may be adjusted based on the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

What You'll Bring

• A passion for creating an outstanding employee experience.
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong customer service mindset with the ability to build positive relationships across the organization.
• Working knowledge of HR principles, employment practices, and federal and state employment laws.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn HRIS, payroll, and learning management systems

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of Human Resources or related experience required; two or more years preferred.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR certification preferred but not required.

A Typical Day May Include

• Managing employee records within the HRIS, including employee hires, changes, transfers, benefits enrollments, and terminations while ensuring timely completion of workflows.
• Supporting the onboarding process by monitoring new hire progress, completing required HR actions, and ensuring employees have a positive first-day experience.
• Processing HR documentation related to payroll, benefits, and insurance providers while maintaining accurate employee records.
• Collecting and analyzing HR metrics from the HRIS, payroll, surveys, exit interviews, and other sources to support organizational decision-making.
• Assisting with audits of payroll, benefits, and HR programs while identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Supporting recruitment activities, including interview scheduling, candidate tracking, and targeted recruiting initiatives.
• Assisting with employee training, development, and performance management processes.
• Participating in cross-functional HR projects, researching best practices, developing reports, and helping implement new initiatives.
• Coordinating employee engagement activities, recognition programs, benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, retirement celebrations, and other employee events.
• Preparing HR documents, maintaining electronic employee files, scheduling meetings, and providing administrative support to the HR team.
• Providing exceptional service to employees and leaders by responding to HR questions and helping connect them with the resources they need.
• Performing other related duties that support the success of the HR team and Barber National Institute.

Perks with a Purpose
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.

Healthcare
• Highmark Medical and Mental Health
• Delta Dental and Davis Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts
• Teladoc Virtual Health
Financial Well-being
• 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• On-Demand Pay
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
• Employee Discounts
Life & Family Support
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare
• Employee discounts for select BNI events and services
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Seven Paid Holidays

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE

Any consideration of the background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.