What Does an HR Coordinator Do?
An HR Coordinator provides administrative support to the human resources department, handling tasks related to recruiting, onboarding, record keeping, and employee communications. They help ensure HR processes run smoothly and efficiently. This entry-level role is an excellent starting point for building a career in human resources.
Other Job Titles for This Work
Workers in this occupation report titles such as Human Resources Administrative Assistant (HR Administrative Assistant), Human Resources Assistant (HR Assistant), Human Resources Associate (HR Associate), Personnel Clerk.
HR Coordinator Duties and Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of an HR coordinator include:
- Schedule interviews and coordinate logistics between candidates and hiring managers.
- Prepare onboarding materials and coordinate new hire orientation activities.
- Maintain employee files and update information in the HRIS system.
- Process routine HR paperwork including employment verifications and status changes.
- Assist with benefits enrollment and answer basic employee benefits questions.
- Post job openings on job boards, company careers pages, and social media platforms.
- Compile HR reports and data for management review.
- Respond to employee inquiries about HR policies, procedures, and programs.
- Coordinate training sessions and company events as needed.
- Support HR team members with administrative tasks and special projects.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To succeed as an HR coordinator, you will need the following skills and qualifications:
- Administrative organization and scheduling
- HRIS data entry and management
- Recruiting support and coordination
- Written and verbal communication
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Customer service orientation
Education and Training
HR Coordinator positions typically require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, though some employers accept candidates with an associate's degree or relevant administrative experience. Familiarity with HRIS platforms and applicant tracking systems is beneficial. Entry-level HR certifications such as the SHRM-CP or aPHR (Associate Professional in Human Resources) can help candidates stand out. Strong organizational and communication skills are the most important qualifications for this role.
Salary and Job Outlook
Average Salary: $38,000 - $50,000 per year
BLS projects employment of human resources assistants, except payroll and timekeeping to decline about 6 percent from 2025 to 2035, with about 7,900 openings a year. HR Coordinator positions are widely available across industries and serve as the most common entry point into the human resources profession. As organizations grow and HR departments expand their capabilities, the need for skilled coordinators to manage administrative processes remains steady. This role provides excellent exposure to all aspects of HR, allowing coordinators to identify areas of specialization for career development. Typical career progression leads to HR Generalist, HR Specialist, or recruiting roles within two to three years.
Outlook source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections, 2025 to 2035, Human resources assistants, except payroll and timekeeping.
What the Work Is Like
O*NET surveys people who work as human resources assistants, except payroll and timekeeping about their daily conditions. Of those surveyed:
- 100% use email every day
- 96% say being exact and accurate is very or extremely important
- 94% say teamwork is very or extremely important in their job
- 93% are on the phone every day
- 90% spend more than half the workday sitting
- 67% work indoors in a climate-controlled space every day
- 54% deal with rude or angry people at least once a week
Education Workers Say the Job Needs
| Education level | Share of workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 34% |
| Associate's degree | 27% |
| High school diploma or GED | 21% |
| Some college | 11% |
Tools and Software HR Coordinators Use
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Software
Is This Job a Good Fit for You?
People who do well in this job tend to enjoy organized work with data, records and clear procedures as well as leading, persuading and making business decisions.
Skills O*NET rates most important: Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Speaking, Writing, Critical Thinking, Monitoring.
Knowledge areas used most: Personnel and Human Resources, Administrative, Customer and Personal Service, Administration and Management, English Language.
Preparation: O*NET places this occupation in Job Zone 3 of 5, which means medium preparation.
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Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections, 2025 to 2035.
- O*NET 30.1 Database, occupation 43-4161.00 (Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping). View on O*NET OnLine.
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