HR Coordinator at Phoenix

Job Description

Gannetts USCP HR West Region is seeking an HR Coordinator. This professional will support the HR needs of a regional group of media properties in achieving operational goals and implementing employee development programs. This position involves onboarding of new employees, administering appropriate testing, conducting background checks and maintaining employment data records and reporting. Candidate must have the capability and flexibility to work with a diverse group of employees. This is a HR Coordinator position that will be instrumental in facilitating an employee-oriented, high performance workplace culture. The position is available in Phoenix, AZ and report to the West Region HR Director.

Responsibilities:

• Onboarding process for new employees including developing and processing offer paperwork, conducting background checks and drug-screening process.
• Utilize and maintin databases and tracking systems as appropriate.
• Partners with Human Resources and Hiring Managers to ensure a smooth transition from candidate to new hire onboarding.
• Prepare and maintain employment records; develop reporting and utilize recruitment software as appropriate.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service, time management and communication skills.
• The ability to react productively to change and effectively multi-task is critical.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws regarding employment, wage and hours, OSHA and related laws
• Excellent interpersonal skills with internal and external customers.
• Ability to prepare deliverables and reports accurately within time deadlines.
• Provide assistance to the HR Business Partners across multiple offices with projects as needed.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity are a must.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree with a concentration in Human Resources preferred
• A minimum of three years experience as an HR Administrator/generalist or similar function required.
• Proficient knowledge/ability with Microsoft Office Applications.
• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong Customer Service Skills
• Experience with HR Information systems and/or Recruiting Systems (Success Factors) a plus
• Capable of working independently and be a self-starter

Job Requirements

Country: USA, State: Arizona, City: Phoenix, Company: Gannett Co., Inc..