Human Resources Coordinator

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The Human Resources Coordinator is a nonexempt position that provides hands‑on, on‑site support for employees and leaders across all aspects of the employee lifecycle at Wolfe's Neck Center. This role ensures compliance with company policies, labor laws, and safety standards while fostering a positive and productive workplace culture. The HR Coordinator will be a visible and approachable presence who is available to support employees access benefits, support systems and professional development resources.

This position requires a proactive, “roll up your sleeves” approach to problem‑solving and employee engagement.

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees and supervisors, delivering accurate information and timely support across all HR matters.
• Manage and resolve employee relations issues through thorough investigation, clear documentation, and fair, consistent resolution.
• Review and provide recommendations on performance management documentation to ensure consistency and fairness across the organization.
• Oversee full‑cycle recruitment for all roles, including seasonal and year‑round hiring, ensuring compliance with all federal and state employment laws.
• Manage and process worker's compensation claims.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new hires, ensuring accurate setup of payroll, benefits, I‑9 verification, review of employment handbook and any required trainings.
• Support annual insurance review process and schedule/manage yearly open enrollment.
• Ensure benefit plan compliance in conjunction with required annual testing.
• Partner with managers to support workforce planning, scheduling, and retention strategies.
• Administer leaves of absence, attendance tracking, and employment‑related documentation in compliance with Maine and federal laws.
• Maintain employee records, ensuring HRIS data integrity and accurate HR reporting.
• Support health, safety, and compliance initiatives, including OSHA and Maine labor requirements.
• Contribute to employee engagement efforts, policy updates, and effective communication of company standards.

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of HR generalist or related experience, ideally in a non‑profit and/or place‑based setting.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws including FMLA, OSHA, and Maine‑specific labor laws.
• Experience using HRIS systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment and interact effectively with diverse teams.

• Prolonged sitting, standing, and computer work may be required.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with priority given to applications received by January 15, 2026.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. If you do not fit this description perfectly but believe that you would be a good fit for this position, please do not hesitate to reach out with questions or apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment welcomes a diverse pool of candidates. In accordance with federal Equal Opportunity laws, Wolfe's Neck Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, sexual orientation including gender identity or expression, veteran status, or physical or mental disability in the hiring of its employees. Applicants are selected based on their ability to perform the essential functions of the job, prior work experience, and references from previous employers.

Salary: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Human Resources

• Farming