Human Resources Coordinator- Payroll

Newrest is looking for an HR Coordinator-Payroll that will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organization's human resource and payroll department. Candidates should be familiar with the following areas: high volume recruiting and onboarding, new hire orientation, employee/labor relations, wage, and salary administration.

Role and Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations.
• Assist in recruiting and new hire orientation when needed.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
• Performs other duties ad hoc.
• Provides clerical support to the HR Payroll & Benefits department.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications. ADP experience has BIG plus.
• Provide administrative support to the department as needed, attendance trackers, newsletters and other duties as assigned.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma
• Must have strong organization skills and the ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Strong drive for results with the ability to operate successfully in a team based environment
• Proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to establish priorities, manage deadlines, exercise a high degree of professionalism in interactions with all levels of internal and external contacts.
• At least one year admin and/or HR experience

Please note this position may entail local travel in the Houston, TX to attend job fairs.