HR Coordinator

About the role

We are looking for an organized HR Coordinator to support people operations and administrative activities in Atlanta, GA. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing human resources coordination with day-to-day operational support in a fast-moving environment. The role will contribute to employee lifecycle processes, assist with reporting and compliance activities, and help keep internal programs, communications, and events running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding activities by preparing employment documentation, supporting pre-employment processes, and helping new team members transition into the organization.
• Maintain personnel files and HR records with a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and accessibility across digital and paper-based systems.
• Support payroll and benefits administration by reviewing timekeeping details, assisting with enrollments or changes, and answering routine employee questions.
• Provide guidance on company policies and HR procedures while helping foster a positive employee experience through engagement initiatives and staff events.
• Assist with performance review administration by tracking evaluation timelines, organizing required materials, and arranging development or training sessions.
• Prepare HR-related reports, summaries, and presentation materials for leadership to support operational and workforce decisions.
• Deliver administrative support to senior leaders, including scheduling coordination, travel arrangements, expense reporting, and general project follow-up.
• Contribute to workplace safety efforts by helping administer safety programs, documenting inspections, and maintaining audit-ready records.
• Help organize internal meetings, communications, supply coordination, community engagement activities, and other cross-functional projects to ensure timely execution.

Requirements

• Paylocity experience is a must.
• Previous experience in human resources coordination, HR administration, or a closely related support role.
• Working knowledge of core HR practices, including employee records, onboarding, payroll support, benefits administration, and policy communication.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with employees, leadership, and external partners.
• Proficiency with standard business software and HR systems; experience with platforms such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce, Paylocity, or similar tools is preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain accurate documentation.
• Experience supporting audits, background checks, compliance-related activities, or health and safety documentation is a plus.