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Human Resources Coordinator

The Lighthouse Mission
Full-time
On-site
Bellingham, Washington, United States
$24 - $31 USD hourly
HR Entry Level

Human Resources Coordinator

Lighthouse Mission Ministries

Department: Administration

Compensation: $24/hr. - $31/hr. DOE 


Position Description:

The Human Resources Coordinator will support the Chief People Officer by performing a wide range of administrative and operational HR duties at Lighthouse Mission Ministries (LMM). The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others, an eye for detail, and a heart for Christ-centered service. This position is instrumental in ensuring efficient day-to-day HR operations including recruitment, benefits administration, employee support, and compliance-related recordkeeping.  Flexible schedule with room to grow into an HR Director role. 


Compensation & Benefits


Paid Time Off (120 hours to start)


Paid Holidays (12 per year)


Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 


403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match 


Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


Paid Training & Professional Development


Education Reimbursement Program


Christ-centered and mission-driven workplace


Responsibilities:


Assist with job posting, resume screening, applicant communication, and interview coordination


Process onboarding and offboarding tasks

Benefits administration and staff inquiries


Maintain accurate HR records in BambooHR


Support employee leave administration (FMLA, PFML, ADA)


Draft internal HR communications and announcements


Coordinate staff events and engagement activities


Assist with incident reports and promote safety culture


Track employment law updates relevant to WA State


Run reports and support compliance reviews


Other duties as assigned


Organizational Relationships:

Reports to the Chief People Officer.

Collaborates with leadership, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.

Represents LMM to job applicants and external HR vendors or partners.


Qualifications:

Required:


3-5  years HR experience (Degree preferred but not required)


Strong interpersonal and written communication skills


Integrity and commitment to confidentiality


Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, HRIS systems (BambooHR experience a plus!)


Agreement with LMM’s Statement of Faith and Life & Personal Covenant


Active church/prayer life and a heart for ministry

Preferred:


Experience in a nonprofit or faith-based organization


Familiarity with Washington State HR laws


SHRM-CP or progress toward certification

Physical Demands & Environment:


Sedentary role with occasional walking/standing (70% sitting / 30%)


Flexible schedule 


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lighthouse Mission Ministries is a Christ-centered organization and an equal-opportunity employer. We hire individuals who affirm and adhere to our Statement of Faith and Life & Personal Covenant, as permitted under Section 702 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)).

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