HR Coordinator (Entry Level)

HR Coordinator 

Human Resources Department (Lexington, KY)

Position Summary

The HR Coordinator is an entry-level human resources role that provides front-line, service-oriented support to all employees. This position serves as a primary point of contact for HR and payroll-related inquiries through a centralized inbox, phone line, or ticketing system and supports foundational HR and payroll processes.

The HR Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring timely responses, accurate recordkeeping, and consistent application of employer policies while working in a high-volume, process-driven environment. This role is ideal for someone beginning their HR career who is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and eager to learn multiple areas of human resources.

Key Responsibilities

HR & Payroll Service Delivery

- Serve as a first point of contact for HR and payroll inquiries via shared inbox, phone, and/or ticketing system.

- Triage, document, and respond to routine HR and payroll questions.

- Escalate complex or sensitive matters appropriately.

Payroll Support

- Send reminders for timecard completion, review timecards on a weekly basis.

- Enter pay, job and other demographic changes into Paycom for timely payroll entry.

- Maintain accurate employee pay data.

- Support audits and reconciliations.

Employee Support

- Support onboarding and offboarding.

- Assist with employment verifications.

- Provide accurate HR policy guidance.

HR Operations & Administration

- Maintain confidential employee records.

- Assist with benefits and leave tracking.

- Support I-9 processing and audits.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

- Apply policies consistently.

- Identify trends and suggest process improvements.

Education Classification

- Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

- Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility during peak cycles

Required Qualifications

- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or related field

- 0–2 years of related experience

- Strong attention to detail and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

- Education experience

- Exposure to HRIS or payroll systems

- Interest in HR certification

Key Competencies

- Customer service mindset

- Organizational skills

- Accuracy and confidentiality