Human Resources Coordinator

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Oakland, CA, US

Salary Range: $34.93 To $36.99 Hourly

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Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team.

About First Place for Youth, we’re a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.

• Meaningful Impact
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  Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood. Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.
• Innovative Approach
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  We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you’ll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.
• Collaborative and Supportive Environment
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  Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.
• Comprehensive Benefits
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  We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.
• Culture of Diversity and Inclusion
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  We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.

The Human Resources Coordinator is a highly organized, detail-oriented member of the HR team who keeps core HR operations running smoothly so that First Place for Youth staff can focus on helping foster youth build the skills they need for a successful transition to adulthood. This role supports the full employee lifecycle —onboarding, benefits, leave, records, compliance, and offboarding — and serves as a first point of contact for employee HR questions.

The coordinator is service-minded, discreet with confidential information, and able to manage multiple priorities accurately in a fast-paced environment. The HR Coordinator will have exceptional communications skills and possess the ability to engage others with diplomacy and confidentiality to build and maintain strong professional working relationships.

• Conduct or obtain background checks and employment eligibility verifications (Form I-9/E-Verify), and ensure all pre-employment screening is completed in a timely manner.
• Administer new hire onboarding, including new hire paperwork, system setup coordination, and first-day logistics.
• Coordinate and deliver new hire orientation in collaboration with the HR manager.

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team.
• Maintain accurate, secure, and audit-ready personnel files (electronic and hard copy), I-9 records, and Community Care Licensing (CCL) staff documentation.
• Enter and maintain employee data in the HRIS; run standard reports and audit data for accuracy.
• Track and maintain required staff training…