HR Coordinator

IdeaTek is a cutting-edge telecommunications company dedicated to bringing fast, reliable internet to underserved communities. We're a passionate team of innovators and problem-solvers committed to making a difference in the lives of our customers. At IdeaTek, we value our employees and foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and community involvement.

Opportunity:

The HR Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting IdeaTek's Human Resources department. This position will be responsible for a variety of HR administrative tasks, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, benefits administration, and HRIS maintenance. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Location:

This role will be a hybrid opportunity - working both in Buhler and Wichita (and remotely) with travel to other work locations as needed.

Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Onboarding:

• Providing candidates with an excellent experience from the onset of first interaction.
• Assist with the full-cycle recruitment process, including posting job openings, scheduling phone and onsite interviews.
• Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding, including preparing offer letters, completing background checks, I-9’s, conducting new employee orientations, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed as well as ensuring all employee files are in compliance.

Employee Records Management:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, both physical and electronic, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Process employee changes, such as promotions, transfers, and terminations, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Development of organizational charts and departmental reporting as needed.

Benefits Administration:

• Assist with the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks.

HRIS Maintenance and Enhancements:

• Seek out enhancement and automation through use of HRIS - focusing on the highest value work generation.
• Maintain and update the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) with employee data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Generate reports from the HRIS - providing data intelligence to make best decisions.

Other Duties:

• Assist Accounting and Finance team with production and distribution of financial reports; coordination of schedules with service providers (e.g., audit and tax); quarterly board and bank meeting preparation, scheduling and calendar coordination.
• Assist with management of projects as designated by the accounting and Finance team.
• Supports Safety Leader on tracking of incidents and workers compensation administration
• Assist with HR projects and initiatives, such as performance management, training and development, and employee engagement activities.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, and handling correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.  This includes ensuring all employment law posters are current at each worksite/location.

Desired Attributes:

• Excellent verbal,  written and interpersonal communication skills - ability to interface with all levels of the organization
• Must be able to maintain confidential information
• Strong organizational skills and ability to pivot with priorities
• Must have an eye for process improvements
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills and the ability to embrace change.
• Ability to work independently and as an integral part of the team
• Desire to learn 

Experience/Knowledge Required:

• 3+ years experience as a Talent Acquisition Coordinator, HR Assistant, or executive assistant and/or similar role
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferences:

• Experience in a Talent or Human Resources support role
• Experience utilizing an Applicant Tracking System

Why work at IdeaTek:

IdeaTek offers a culture where employee strengths are highlighted and recognized. A few of the key ways we strive to make employees feel valued include:

• Competitive base pay with discretionary quarterly bonus incentives. Quarterly bonuses are based on company-wide performance in combination with individual performance. 
• Competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, life, and vision, along with 401k match 
• Employee coaching and counseling services at no cost to employee, spouse, and children
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education related to your individual growth goals
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities

This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

This role is not eligible for relocation.

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer.