Human Resource Coordinator

Description

Apple Montessori Schools has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Coordinator!  As the HR Coordinator, you will play a key role by providing support to the HR department, school administration, and school staff across all functions of HR, including but not limited to, employee relations, benefit administration, policies/procedures, employee record-keeping, and talent management.  The HR Coordinator will also support Apple’s growth with new school openings by ensuring regulatory compliance and appropriate due diligence has been performed. 

If you are looking to grow your HR career and join a dynamic Human Resources team during a time of growth and transformation, apply today!

• Provide excellent customer service by responding to all internal and external HR-related inquires and requests; demonstrate resourcefulness by seeking answers and solutions
• Partner with school administration on employee relations matters, including staff management, navigating difficult conversations, performance-related questions and issues, coaching, documentation, and terminations
• Liaise with Payroll and Benefits Administrator on benefit related tasks including leave administration, worker’s compensation, health & wellness plans, and open enrollment, often being the first point of contact
• Review current employment policies and procedures to make necessary recommendations, caring for both unique school needs and regulatory compliance; update employee handbook and supporting documents on a cyclical basis ensuring all policies are up to date
• Support new school growth by reviewing and complying with state-specific employment laws, registering with relevant agencies, updating employment forms/notices to reflect local requirements, verifying if any new benefits are needed based on state mandates, and conducting thorough research on local labor market conditions
• Assist with the preparation of performance management materials, including forms, evaluations, and progress reports/tracking while making recommendations for enhancements
• Conduct audits and follow up accordingly with employees and school administration on activities related to trainings, policy acknowledgment/signatures, and other employment-related tasks (ex. onboarding, open enrollment, background checks, attendance, timekeeping etc.)
• Maintain and update employee records in HRIS, ensuring data and documents are entered correctly and in a timely fashion
• Assist with external audits by responding to requests and gathering documentation
• Prepare HR communications, including announcements, reminders, and partnering with Marketing on the Employee Newsletter
• Generate ad hoc reports as requested
• Assist with deck preparation
• Additional projects as needed
• Provide general administrative support and overall back-up for the department when coverage is needed

Requirements

• 1-2 years of HR related experience required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Desire to seek to understand with strong researching skills while being proactive and resourceful
• Strong customer service and consultative skills with the ability to provide creative solutions; communicate effectively (verbal and written) while partnering cross-functionally
• Process-driven with an eye for identifying pain points and opportunities to increase efficiencies
• Strong follow-up and follow-through skills with heavy attention to detail

*Position is hybrid remote position and may require visits to the school locations weekly.