Cooperative Program Coordinator jobs in Buffalo, NY

Description

The Human Resource Coordinator supports the Human Resource Manager with all HR matters!

This position focuses heavily on payroll, recruiting, hiring, and training new employees at two locations. This role also assists the Human Resource Manager with administering employee health and benefit plans and acts as a liaison between employees and insurance providers. Provides administrative support to the human resource function as needed, including record-keeping, file maintenance and HRIS entry.

Essential Duties Include:

• Work with Store Managers to create and manage job openings in multiple recruitment sites
• Successfully recruit and gather information on new applicants, completes preliminary interviews, contacts references, background checks and keeps candidates informed of their hiring status
• Conduct required on-boarding process for new hires including; orientation program, employee documents, ID badges, policy review, I-9 verification and documentation
• Processes weekly payroll, payroll reports and employee change in status forms
• Assists with health benefit plans, including enrollments, changes, and terminations
• Processes required documents through payroll and insurance providers to ensure accurate record-keeping and proper payroll deductions
• Attends and participates in various job fairs and recruiting sessions 
• Builds training programs and facilitates implementation throughout the organization
• Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions
• Reconciles benefit insurance invoices statements
• Conducts audits of payroll, benefits or other HR programs and recommends corrective action
• Assists with the preparation of the performance review process
• Schedule’s meetings and interviews as requested by the HR Manager
• Adherence to all applicable local, state, and federal laws always
• Makes photocopies; mails, scans, and emails documents; and performs other clerical functions
• Assist the HR Manager in developing personnel policies, standards of conduct, and collective bargaining proposals. 
• In the absence of the HR Manager, support Department Managers with employee coaching, and advise on appropriate disciplinary action for policy violations. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by HR Manager or as required

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Working understanding of human resource principles, practices, and procedures
• Professionalism and Confidentiality to handle employee information
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to function well in a high-paced, open floor plan environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and payroll systems (Paylocity experience preferred)

Education and Experience: 

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field and/or equivalent experience
• At least four years related experience required with strong emphasis on recruiting, training, and payroll
• SHRM-CP credential or working towards certification preferred  

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times