Human Resources Coordinator

About Georgia Institute of Technology

Georgia Tech is a premier public research university located in Atlanta, renowned for its outstanding technological infrastructure, collaborative environment, and diverse student population exceeding 45,000. The Institute offers top-tier programs across engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. It boasts over $1.4 billion in annual research funding, ranking among the top 20 U.S. universities in research and development expenditure and leading without a medical school.

Institutional Mission and Values

Georgia Tech is committed to fostering leaders who advance technology and better human lives. Core values include prioritizing students, striving for excellence, embracing diversity, promoting collaboration, encouraging innovation, defending free inquiry and expression, supporting community wellbeing, upholding ethics, and practicing stewardship. The university aims to be an inclusive hub of innovation addressing major challenges globally and nurturing principled leaders from diverse backgrounds.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for administrative support to enhance the operations of the HR department at the unit level.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate hiring request processes from unit leadership.
• Facilitate employee onboarding and orientation activities; support recruitment and selection efforts as needed.
• Address inquiries about institutional and departmental HR policies, providing referrals when appropriate.
• Evaluate and suggest improvements to unit-level HR procedures.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including salary, job status, terminations, and other transactions.
• Collect and distribute updates regarding HR policies and procedures within the unit.
• Process and initiate HR documentation such as hiring packets, job postings, schedules, and reports.
• Serve as a primary HR contact at the unit level for processes and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related field or equivalent education combined with experience.
• Minimum of three years relevant HR experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent.

Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of HR policies and regulatory requirements at the institutional level applicable to units.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency with office software and specialized HR computer applications.

Additional Institutional Values

This role adheres to the University System of Georgia's core values of integrity, excellence, accountability, and respect. It supports freedom of expression and academic freedom in accordance with USG policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Georgia Tech is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace free from discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories as mandated by law and institutional policies.

Other Information

• This position holds no supervisory or financial duties.
• No driving, purchasing card, or security clearance is required.
• The role is considered one of trust and does not involve travel.

Compensation

This role is classified at Grade 5 with an anticipated annual salary range of $49,308 to $71,170, commensurate with qualifications.

Background Check

Candidates must successfully pass a background screening.

Location

Atlanta, GA