HR Coordinator

HR Onboarding Coordinator (Contract)

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Type: Contract / Temporary

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented HR Onboarding Coordinator to support a busy Human Resources team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating multiple priorities, and creating a positive onboarding experience for new employees.

The HR Onboarding Coordinator will be responsible for managing onboarding activities, ensuring compliance with employment documentation requirements, coordinating orientation schedules, and serving as a key point of contact for new hires throughout the onboarding process.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate the onboarding process for new employees.
• Prepare, distribute, and track new hire paperwork and onboarding documentation.
• Ensure completion and compliance of I-9s, tax forms, and employment-related documents.
• Schedule orientations, training sessions, background checks, and pre-employment requirements.
• Maintain and update employee records within HR systems and databases.
• Partner with hiring managers, recruiters, payroll, and IT teams to ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
• Monitor onboarding timelines and follow up on outstanding documentation.
• Assist with employee communications regarding benefits enrollment, company policies, and onboarding expectations.
• Provide administrative support for HR initiatives and special projects as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and sensitive HR records.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Human Resources, onboarding, recruiting coordination, administrative support, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience working with HRIS systems and electronic onboarding platforms preferred.
• Knowledge of employment documentation and HR compliance processes is a plus.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Preferred Skills

• Experience coordinating high-volume onboarding activities.
• Familiarity with employee record management and HR compliance requirements.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to create a welcoming experience for new employees.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Gain valuable HR experience within a professional organization.
• Collaborate with experienced HR professionals.
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact on the employee experience.

Compensation

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