Job Summary:
The Human Resources Coordinator will assist with administrative duties within the HR Department. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with payroll preparation (time-recording compliance), onboarding preparation and compliance follow-up, and ordering of background checks.
This is a hybrid position in Wilkes Barre, PA. This position requires at least one day in office per week.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Performs administrative tracking of onboarding to ensure 100% completion by all new hires. This includes following up with new hires and may include walking them through each step/task.
- Assists in the management of I-9 and E-Verify compliance. The Coordinator is the main point of contact for remote I-9 verifications.
- Manages the BHDIC calloff line for sales/service departments. Identifies those utilizing FMLA time and communicates with the Benefits and Leaves Specialists to ensure FMLA compliance.
- Manages and ensures completion of the HR email inbox and ticketing system.
- Notifies and tracks continuous service awards. Communicates with other HR team members to ensure payouts are timely.
- Manages credit for prior service of new hires. Identifies new hires who have credit for prior service, obtains verification of that service, and communicates with HR team members to have their Workday information and benefits updated to match the new service dates.
- Tracks quarterly fitness reimbursements by ensuring all submissions are complete and communicates with HR staff to ensure timely payments.
- Orders bereavement flowers upon manager’s request.
- Assists HR team members in day-to-day operations and projects. This position will gain exposure to talent acquisition, payroll and benefits, leaves, HR information systems, and other HR-related processes and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by leadership.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or related productivity software (particularly with Excel and Word).
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Education and Experience:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field preferred.
- One to two years of HR experience or two to three years of administrative experience, required.
- SHRM and/or PHR certification a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Keyboarding
About BHDIC
biBERK is where commercial insurance buyers can obtain coverage for their businesses from insurers of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, one of the best capitalized insurance groups in the world. Our parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com) is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation and manufacturing. Most policies issued through biBERK.com will be underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company ("BHDIC"), which is an AM Best rated A++ insurer.
BHDIC is domiciled in Omaha, Nebraska. BHDIC and the team at biBERK are focused on helping small business owners quickly and easily buy affordable insurance directly from a financially strong insurance company they can trust.
Some Highlights of our Benefits are:
- Great work environment with growth opportunity
- Subsidized downtown parking
- Competitive compensation
- Generous amounts of vacation and sick time
- Closed on major holidays
- 401(k) with a 5% company match
- A fantastic healthcare package
- 100% paid tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment