Human Resources Coordinator

Description

Energize your future by joining our team at Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)! NOVEC's mission is to create value for its members, employees and communities by providing safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices.

NOVEC is a locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA. NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 180,000 homes and businesses in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park, and the Town of Clifton. NOVEC's service reliability is the best in the region with a 99.99% average system reliability.

As a leader on the high-tech frontier, NOVEC is using proven, cost-effective technology to improve productivity and reliability, reduce expenses, and increase cybersecurity – a national priority. Today’s technology includes what the industry calls "smart grid", as well as fiber optics, and mobile workforce.

The Human Resources Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the HR team, with a focus on HR Operations, Benefits Administration, and Workers’ Compensation coordination. This entry-level role is ideal for an HR professional looking to grow their career while gaining hands‑on experience in core HR functions.

The HR Coordinator ensures accurate recordkeeping, assists employees with benefits‑related questions, and supports the workers’ compensation process to help maintain compliance and a positive employee experience.

Other related duties may be assigned. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Maintain employee records and update information in the HRIS system.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing new hire paperwork and conducting exit documentation.
• Support employment verification requests and general HR documentation.
• Help maintain HR files in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Respond to routine employee questions and elevate complex issues as needed.

• Support open enrollment activities and employee communications.
• Respond to basic benefit inquiries and expand complex issues as needed.
• Assist with benefit invoice reconciliation and payroll deductions.
• Maintain accurate benefit records and documentation.
• Handle the Years of Service program
• Support the planning and execution of company events.
• Distribute plan documentation throughout the year for compliance.
• Assist in coordinating workers’ compensation claims, including collecting incident reports and required documentation.
• Ensure timely reporting of workplace injuries to insurance carriers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain claim logs and track case progress.
• Support return-to-work coordination and modified duty documentation.
• Communicate with employees and supervisors regarding claim status and next steps.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• 1–2 years of HR experience required.
• Experience supporting or coordinating workers’ compensation claims required.
• Basic knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiarity with HRIS systems.

• Exposure to benefits administration or leave coordination.
• Interest in pursuing HR certification (SHRM-CP or PHR).

• Strong…