Human Resources Coordinator

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John

F. Kennedy, the Lawyers’ Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real.

• Job Title
  :
  Human Resources Coordinator
• Location
  :
  Washington, DC
• Job Type
  :
  Full-Time
• Union Affiliation
  :
  Non-Union
• Accountable to
  :
  Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Coordinator supports the department by providing administrative and operational assistance across various human resources functions. This position requires strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage human resources processes and ensure a positive employee experience.

• Assist with new employee onboarding and conduct first day orientations.
• Administer health and welfare plans, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Assist employees and supervisors with basic interpretation of HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with benefits administration and reconciling benefits statements.
• Organize and plan monthly staff events to foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Conduct reference checks and verifications of employment status.
• Complete Forms I-9; verify I-9 documentation and maintain I-9 files.
• Assist with new-employee background checks.
• Assist with the recruitment, interview process, and hiring process, including submitting job postings online, scheduling candidate interviews through the applicant tracking database, tracking the status of candidates in HRIS, and sending follow-up letters at the end of the recruiting process.
• Assist with recruitment reporting as requested.
• Manage internship and fellowship email inbox.
• Assist with the administration of the seasonal internship program.
• Assist with the processing of job changes and terminations.
• Assist with the preparation of the performance review process.
• Schedule meetings and interviews for Human Resources leadership as requested.
• Perform document management including photocopies, emails, and scans; file documents into appropriate employee and vendor files.
• Assist with the preparation of or prepare correspondence as requested.
• Assist with logistics for new hire orientations and employee training sessions.
• Process HR mail.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Other duties, as requested, based on departmental and/or organizational needs.

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field and/or equivalent 4 years of experience required.
• A High School Diploma plus 4 years of Human Resources experience is required.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Professional Human Resources credential a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to engage with others in a friendly and professional manner.
• Solid writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Working understanding of human resource principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
• Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Proven experience exercising sound judgment to make recommendations regarding HR office purchases, service agreements, office contracts, etc.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with staff and outside vendors while keeping management apprised of any special requirements or problems.
• Ability to maintain composure in high-pressure, stressful situations.
• Demonstrated experience and comfort in learning and using new workplace technologies such as HRIS systems and document management systems; and
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

The Lawyers' Committee offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare coverage (medical, dental & vision), parental leave, 403(b) contribution with…