Entry Level Human Resources Operations Coordinator Jobs
New grad human resources operations coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on coursework in HR systems can matter more than a long resume. Most openings blend on-site and remote settings across Technology & Software, Education, and Manufacturing, with employers like Marvin, PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK, and Wipro hiring at this level now.
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Top stateNew York
Top employerMarvin
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type78% On-site
Top industryTechnology
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University of Lynchburg
PO HR Coordinator
Lynchburg, Virginia
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HR Coordinator
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MAPEI Corporation
HR Coordinator
Deerfield Beach, Florida
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HR Coordinator
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Marvin
HR Coordinator
Fargo, North Dakota
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HR Coordinator
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Northern Kentucky University
HR Coordinator
Highland Heights, Kentucky
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HR Coordinator
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Wipro
HR Coordinator
Mountain View, California
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PO HR Coordinator
University of Lynchburg·Lynchburg, Virginia
Job functions:
$22 - $22/hr
2+ yrs exp.
On-Site
Associate's degree in Business Administration
Full Time
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
The University of Lynchburg, a private, regional university in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia, is seeking applicants for an HR Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources.
The HR Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact and front-facing representative of the University's Human Resources department, providing responsive service and support to employees, supervisors, applicants, and visitors. The position coordinates key employment processes, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records and transactions, separations, training, and performance management administration. In addition, the Coordinator maintains HR documentation and systems, responds to routine inquiries, and assists with departmental projects and initiatives. Success in this role requires strong organizational and communication skills, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while handling confidential information. This is a full-time, on-site position with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is not eligible for remote work.
What You Will Do
- Recruitment and Hiring Coordination: Coordinate the administrative aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including preparing and posting position announcements, maintaining applicant records, communicating with candidates, tracking hiring approvals, and facilitating pre-employment requirements such as reference and background checks. Maintain recruitment documentation and support hiring managers and search committees throughout the process.
- New Employee Onboarding and Orientation: Coordinate new employee onboarding, including preparing and processing required employment documentation, facilitating Form I-9 and E-Verify procedures, entering new hire information into the HRIS, coordinating orientation schedules and materials, and communicating with new employees and relevant University departments to support a smooth transition.
- HRIS and Employee Records Administration: Process routine employee transactions and maintain accurate, complete, and confidential employee records in the HRIS and personnel files. Support employee status and position changes, maintain organizational and employee information, assist with data validation and reporting, and respond to routine requests for employee information in accordance with established procedures and confidentiality requirements.
- Employee Changes and Separation Coordination: Coordinate the administrative processes associated with employee changes and separations, including preparing and tracking personnel documentation, processing approved transactions, maintaining separation checklists, coordinating exit interviews, and communicating with relevant departments regarding required follow-up actions.
- Employee Support and HR Communications: Serve as an initial point of contact for routine employee and supervisor questions, providing information and guidance based on established HR policies, procedures, and resources. Monitor and respond to the HR email inbox, direct inquiries to the appropriate HR team member, maintain HR forms and reference materials, and assist with employee communications and updates to HR resources.
- Training and Performance Management Administration: Coordinate the logistics and administrative support for employee training, professional development, new employee orientation, and other HR programs. Support the performance management process by maintaining timelines, distributing materials and reminders, assisting with system administration, tracking completion, and preparing routine reports.
- HR Reporting and Departmental Support: Prepare and maintain routine HR reports, spreadsheets, trackers, and documentation; assist with data collection and verification; coordinate meetings and HR events; and support the maintenance of the HR calendar, forms, templates, and departmental resources. Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes, documentation, and service delivery.
- General HR Support: Provide administrative and operational support across HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and other departmental initiatives as needed. Handle confidential information with discretion, exercise sound judgment in responding to inquiries, and refer sensitive or complex matters to the appropriate HR team member. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills You Will Need:
- Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of two or more years of administrative, human resources or operational office support experience
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize competing demands, and meet established deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally and effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization.
- Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to serve as a welcoming, responsive, and professional point of contact.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records, process documentation, and manage confidential information with discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability to learn and navigate HR information systems and other technology platforms.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, work independently within established procedures, and recognize when matters require escalation or additional guidance.
- Demonstrated maturity in handling highly sensitive employee data
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Prior experience in a Human Resources department.
- Experience with an HRIS, preferably Paycom or a comparable platform.
- Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee records, or other HR processes.
- Experience working in higher education or another complex, multi-departmental organization.
- SHRM-CP or a PHR certification.
Benefits
Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.
Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.
About the University
The University of Lynchburg embraces diversity in its broadest sense. We will cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and safe campus climate grounded in mutual respect and understanding, where all members of our diverse learning community - alumni, employees, learners, visitors, and volunteers- can thrive. The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.
The University of Lynchburg embraces diversity in its broadest sense. We will cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and safe campus climate grounded in mutual respect and understanding, where all members of our diverse learning community - alumni, employees, learners, visitors, and volunteers- can thrive. The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.
University of Lynchburg
PO HR Coordinator
Lynchburg, Virginia
New 18h ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$22 - $22/hr
2+ yrs exp.
On-Site
Associate's degree in Business Administration
Full Time
Job Description
The University of Lynchburg, a private, regional university in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia, is seeking applicants for an HR Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources.
The HR Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact and front-facing representative of the University's Human Resources department, providing responsive service and support to employees, supervisors, applicants, and visitors. The position coordinates key employment processes, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records and transactions, separations, training, and performance management administration. In addition, the Coordinator maintains HR documentation and systems, responds to routine inquiries, and assists with departmental projects and initiatives. Success in this role requires strong organizational and communication skills, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while handling confidential information. This is a full-time, on-site position with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is not eligible for remote work.
What You Will Do
- Recruitment and Hiring Coordination: Coordinate the administrative aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including preparing and posting position announcements, maintaining applicant records, communicating with candidates, tracking hiring approvals, and facilitating pre-employment requirements such as reference and background checks. Maintain recruitment documentation and support hiring managers and search committees throughout the process.
- New Employee Onboarding and Orientation: Coordinate new employee onboarding, including preparing and processing required employment documentation, facilitating Form I-9 and E-Verify procedures, entering new hire information into the HRIS, coordinating orientation schedules and materials, and communicating with new employees and relevant University departments to support a smooth transition.
- HRIS and Employee Records Administration: Process routine employee transactions and maintain accurate, complete, and confidential employee records in the HRIS and personnel files. Support employee status and position changes, maintain organizational and employee information, assist with data validation and reporting, and respond to routine requests for employee information in accordance with established procedures and confidentiality requirements.
- Employee Changes and Separation Coordination: Coordinate the administrative processes associated with employee changes and separations, including preparing and tracking personnel documentation, processing approved transactions, maintaining separation checklists, coordinating exit interviews, and communicating with relevant departments regarding required follow-up actions.
- Employee Support and HR Communications: Serve as an initial point of contact for routine employee and supervisor questions, providing information and guidance based on established HR policies, procedures, and resources. Monitor and respond to the HR email inbox, direct inquiries to the appropriate HR team member, maintain HR forms and reference materials, and assist with employee communications and updates to HR resources.
- Training and Performance Management Administration: Coordinate the logistics and administrative support for employee training, professional development, new employee orientation, and other HR programs. Support the performance management process by maintaining timelines, distributing materials and reminders, assisting with system administration, tracking completion, and preparing routine reports.
- HR Reporting and Departmental Support: Prepare and maintain routine HR reports, spreadsheets, trackers, and documentation; assist with data collection and verification; coordinate meetings and HR events; and support the maintenance of the HR calendar, forms, templates, and departmental resources. Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes, documentation, and service delivery.
- General HR Support: Provide administrative and operational support across HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and other departmental initiatives as needed. Handle confidential information with discretion, exercise sound judgment in responding to inquiries, and refer sensitive or complex matters to the appropriate HR team member. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills You Will Need:
- Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of two or more years of administrative, human resources or operational office support experience
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize competing demands, and meet established deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally and effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization.
- Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to serve as a welcoming, responsive, and professional point of contact.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records, process documentation, and manage confidential information with discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability to learn and navigate HR information systems and other technology platforms.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, work independently within established procedures, and recognize when matters require escalation or additional guidance.
- Demonstrated maturity in handling highly sensitive employee data
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Prior experience in a Human Resources department.
- Experience with an HRIS, preferably Paycom or a comparable platform.
- Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee records, or other HR processes.
- Experience working in higher education or another complex, multi-departmental organization.
- SHRM-CP or a PHR certification.
Benefits
Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.
Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.
About the University
The University of Lynchburg embraces diversity in its broadest sense. We will cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and safe campus climate grounded in mutual respect and understanding, where all members of our diverse learning community - alumni, employees, learners, visitors, and volunteers- can thrive. The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.
The University of Lynchburg embraces diversity in its broadest sense. We will cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and safe campus climate grounded in mutual respect and understanding, where all members of our diverse learning community - alumni, employees, learners, visitors, and volunteers- can thrive. The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.
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Entry Level Human Resources Operations Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level human resources operations coordinator job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who understand core HR processes like onboarding, recordkeeping, and HRIS data entry, even if that experience comes from internships, coursework, or volunteer work. A working knowledge of tools like Workday, ADP, or BambooHR gives candidates a concrete edge. Tailoring your resume to highlight process-oriented tasks and attention to detail signals readiness for the coordinator role.
Which companies hire entry level human resources operations coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level human resources operations coordinators right now include Marvin, PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK, and Wipro, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of large enterprise employers with structured HR teams, staffing firms, healthcare systems, and mid-size companies building out their people operations functions.
Are there remote entry level human resources operations coordinator jobs?
Yes, though most entry level openings still lean on-site given the hands-on nature of HR operations work. About 22% of entry level human resources operations coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, giving new candidates flexibility without ruling out in-office experience that tends to accelerate early career growth in HR.
Are these new grad human resources operations coordinator jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior human resources operations coordinator roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or part-time HR work toward requirements, or accepts a relevant portfolio in place of full-time history. Look for language like "entry level," "will train," or "no prior HR experience required" as signals the employer is open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level human resources operations coordinators?
Entry Level human resources operations coordinator roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they maintain large workforces with high onboarding volume, benefits administration needs, and compliance requirements that call for dedicated HR operations support even at junior levels.