Job Description

The Institute for Justice, the national law firm for liberty, is seeking an energetic and organized HR Coordinator to join its Administration team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with high interpersonal awareness and exceptional communication skills who is eager to grow their career in human resources. The HR Coordinator will support key HR functions, including onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and employee engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with semi-monthly payroll and timesheet processes
• Maintain office and department-wide documents and data
• Manage and/or support regular processes and ad hoc projects associated with personnel programs, including but not limited to benefits administration, employment changes, compensation, leave administration, compliance, performance reviews, recruiting, etc.
• Maintain and deploy working knowledge of relevant laws, policies, procedures, and benefit plans
• Support the onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth experience for employees
• Serve as a point of contact for HR-related questions, providing timely and professional support
• Serve as backup support to the Office & Facilities Assistant and Administration team
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2-3 years of HR experience or relevant administrative support experience
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with keen attention to detail
• Experience with different HRIS/ATS programs; experience with ADP Workforce Now and JazzHR is a plus
• Strong Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint capabilities desired
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong customer service mentality and high degree of integrity, accountability, and emotional intelligence
• A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule, per manager approval
• Flexible work hours, with core business hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premium)
• Free short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance plans
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO, including a paid personal day and 12 paid holidays
• Smart casual dress code; casual Fridays

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter.

IJ is an equal opportunity employer.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At IJ we value a diverse workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

To learn more about our culture and benefits, visit our Working at IJ page. No phone calls please.

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