Human Resources Coordinator

St Louis, MO, US, 63101-1114

St. Patrick Center provides opportunities for self-sufficiency and dignity to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Individuals and families build permanent, positive change in their lives through safe and affordable housing, sound mental and physical health, and employment and financial stability. 

Working collaboratively with individuals, businesses, government and other service providers, St. Patrick Center will end chronic homelessness in the St. Louis region through Housing First, an evidence-based practice that tells us to remove barriers, do intake and assessment early, move people into housing and offer them support to achieve their goals. 

 

St. Patrick Center, a ministry of Catholic Charities, is a USA Today 2024 Top Workplaces winner! We are recognized as a multi-year St. Louis Post Dispatch Top Workplaces for our Purpose and Values, having received this distinction consecutively in 2022 and 2023. We are valued by employees for our culture excellence as demonstrated by winning the Top Workplace's Culture Excellence awards for Employee Appreciation, Employee Well-Being, Work-Life Flexibility, Professional Development, and Innovation in 2023. St. Patrick Center has also gained recognition as a 2023 Top Workplaces Woman-Led organization, Regional award, and Nonprofit Industry award winner.

Job Summary

St. Patrick Center, a ministry of Catholic Charities, is hiring a Human Resources Coordinator. The Human Resources Coordinator reports to the Senior Director of Human Resources. In conjunction with Catholic Charities of St. Louis and Archdiocese of St. Louis, the incumbent serves as a member of the St. Patrick Center's HR team. The Human Resource Coordinator aids with and facilitates human resource processes for all locations. The individual provides support to the daily human resource operations, including on-boarding and off-boarding, recruiting, record-keeping, file maintenance, and HRIS data entry. This role administers employee health and welfare benefits plans and acts as liaison between employees and the Archdiocese of St. Louis. The salary range is $48,000 to $58,000.

Job Responsibilities

  • Handle all administrative tasks for onboarding and offboarding, including data entry in human resources information systems (HRIS).
  • Collaborate with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
  • Maintain job posting and advertisement processes for all open positions.
  • Monitor applicant tracking, source, screen, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified candidates.
  • Contacting references and performing background checks on applicants.
  • Administer employee benefits programs and open enrollment including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks (ex. tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, etc.).
  • Assist with new employee orientation and ensure a smooth onboarding process for all new hires.
  • Oversee day to day HRIS transaction management performed by supervisors, managers, and employees.
  • Serve as an escalated point of contact for complex HRIS, timekeeping, time-off, payroll, benefit, and related inquiries.
  • Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Attend and participate in college job fairs and recruiting sessions.
  • Maintain accurate employment record keeping, posting and retention systems and fulfill compliance reporting and related obligations.
  • Maintain knowledge of HR requirements to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulation.
  • Support various ongoing and ad-hoc HR projects and initiatives.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field. 
  • Minimum of 2 years in human resources, preferably in a supporting HR role. 
  • Strong knowledge of HR practices, policies, and employment laws.
  • Excellent written and verbal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence others. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. 
  • Capacity to apply discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information. 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint), ATS, and HRIS systems, preferably SuccessFactors. 
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

St. Patrick Center does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. St. Patrick Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability. 
  
Pre-Employment Screening 
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. 

Our Mission

To bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence.

Transforming lives and working to create a community where everyone has access to sustainable housing, employment, and healthcare.

Benefits

As a part of the Catholic Charities family, you’ll have the resources to care for those closest to you. Options include generous parental leave policies, flexible working arrangements, group life insurance, permanent health insurance, and dedicated support to help you find the right child care or elder care.