HR Coordinator-CITY

HR Coordinator-CITY

Salary

$64,116.00 - $75,718.50 Annually

Location

888 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT

Job Type

Full Time

Department

Office of Legal Affairs

Division

Human Resources Dept

Opening Date

05/22/2026

Closing Date

6/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

UAW

• Description
• Benefits
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JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Director of Human Resources and the Human Resources Manager, or Designee, the Human Resources Coordinator provides routine administrative, clerical and logistical support work for the Human Resources Department. Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, maintaining records, processing paperwork, entering data, preparing standard correspondence and assisting with the day-to-day administration of established HR processes. The position supports recruitment, assists with onboarding and general HR operations. Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

• Familiarity with administrative HR support functions and office procedures.
• Ability to follow established processes and maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic HR or applicant tracking systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree, preferably with coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, and two (2) years of human resources experience supporting recruitment, employment, or administrative HR functions.

The City of Stamford offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; health, vision, dental, defined benefit and/or defined contribution pension plans, free term life insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care and commuter benefits. Sick bank and tuition reimbursement as well as training from the City of Stamford Training Institute.

Specific information regarding benefits are outlined in each Collective Bargaining Agreement or in the Pay Plan Document for pay plan employees.

Please click here for Union Contracts: Employee Information | Stamford, CT (stamfordct.gov)

If the position is a seasonal/temporary position, it is not eligible for union benefits.

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Please describe your experience supporting human resources functions such as recruitment, onboarding, employment processing, or personnel administration.

02

Describe your experience maintaining confidential employee or applicant information and ensuring accuracy in records management.

03

What experience do you have working with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, or other HR-related software? Please identify the systems you have used and describe your level of involvement or user role within each system.

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Describe your proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

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Please describe your experience providing customer service to employees, applicants, or the public in a professional office or HR setting.

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Describe a time when you managed multiple assignments or deadlines simultaneously. How did you stay organized and ensure accuracy?

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Briefly describe why you are interested in the HR Coordinator position and how your experience has prepared you for this role.

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Human resources work often requires professionalism, initiative, discretion, and the ability to navigate sensitive situations thoughtfully. Please describe a situation where you demonstrated these qualities in the workplace.

Required Question

Employer City of Stamford

Address 888 Washington Blvd.

P.O. Box 10152

Stamford, Connecticut, 06904-2152

Phone 203-977-4070

Website http://www.stamfordct.gov