What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition TA Coordinator position at New England Center for Children Inc?
The Talent Acquisition (TA) Coordinator plays a vital role in facilitating the onboarding process for new hires to ensure a smooth and welcoming onboarding experience where they feel supported and well-informed from day one. This role serves as a key point of contact for employee support by providing responsive, friendly and professional service.
The ideal candidate will have strong administrative experience, have HR experience, be driven, enthusiastic, highly organized, detail-oriented and likes to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Onboarding & New Hire Support
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all new hires during the onboarding process.
- Prepare onboarding materials including creation of employee files, I-9 processing, EEC documentation, and federal compliance paperwork.
- Coordinate and assist with new hire orientation.
- Maintain accurate data entry for new hires and ensure timely tracking and organization of onboarding records.
EEC and Compliance
- Act as a key liaison for new hires throughout the EEC processing and respond to related HR inquiries.
- Ensure timely and accurate submission and tracking of EEC documents.
- Implement and monitor all relevant safety and emergency procedures in alignment with organizational policies.
Talent Acquisition Operations & HR Support
- Maintain up-to-date HR files, records, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
- Conduct regular audits of HR new hire records to ensure completion and accuracy of required documentation.
- Respond to employee and applicant questions related to policies, benefits, and processes, referring complex inquiries as appropriate.
- Provide general administrative support to the HR department
Education/Experience
- 1–2 years of administrative experience in a Human Resources department or related office environment required.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent administrative or HR experience considered.
- Demonstrated experience in the following areas:
- Applicant Tracking System (ATS) knowledge
- Maintaining and organizing confidential personnel records (e.g., I-9s, benefits forms, etc.)
- HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Paycom, Workday, UKG, or similar) to input, update, and track employee data.
- Familiarity with HR processes, including onboarding, offboarding, payroll, and benefits enrollment support.
- Knowledge of confidentiality practices and HR compliance standards (e.g., HIPAA, FMLA, EEO) preferred.
- Responding professionally to employee questions related to benefits, policies, or employment procedures.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to applicants and team members.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with emotional or agitated employees in a professional manner.
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We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community.