Human Resources Coordinator

Veterans Leadership Program

Veterans Leadership Program (VLP) is Western and Central Pennsylvanias premier Veteran service organization. For 40 years VLP has operated with a focus on empowering Veterans to navigate the transitions of life and supports every Veteran in reaching their fullest potential. With supportive and service-oriented expertise VLP serves over 7000 Veterans annually through comprehensive programs and partnerships. VLP is the largest provider of Veteran subsidized housing in Western Pennsylvania operates two of the nations most effective employment programs as well as holistic wellness and additional supports for Veterans and their families.

VLP is a team comprised of experienced leadership support staff and case managers including Veterans National Guard Army Reserve family members of Veterans and civiliansupporters who are deeply committed to assisting any and every Veteran.

Overview of Position

The Human Resources Coordinator will oversee the recruiting and interviewing of new staff; plan and coordinate administrative functions including employee files benefits policies and performance management; manage VLPs IT functions and facilitate professional development opportunities.

Principal Duties

• Coordinate and facilitate professional development and coaching opportunities for VLP staff
• Oversee the hiring and onboarding of new staff including screenings interviews and documentation
• Streamline onboarding process and trainings for new staff
• Organize and manage VLPs insurance and company benefits including EAP FSA and additional portals
• Update VLP policies as necessary
• Facilitate annual trainings annual staff documentation and clearances
• Transition employee paper files to an electronic system
• Work alongside management to create assessments that meet accreditation standards
• Oversee staff supervision schedules and assessment forms
• Manage VLPs IT contracts
• Update VLP equipment list printer service schedule fax contract etc
• Edit and distribute job descriptions as necessary
• Organize team building opportunities for VLP staff
• Update labor law posters and necessary signage throughout VLP offices
• Facilitate the completion of payroll change forms as necessary
• Develop presentations and effectively communicate information to all levels of the organization.
• Create new initiatives for the betterment of the organization and staff

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priority projects.
• Take initiative and handle a variety of activities concurrently in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines along with attention to details a must.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Progressive skills in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
• Self-directed flexible with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Presentation skills along with professional behaviors attitude and appearance.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to support the organizations mission along with sensitivity of cultural and workplace harmony.
• Working knowledge of nonprofit business operations and federal/state grant and contractfunding mechanisms

Experience and Education

• Undergraduate degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years experience in human resources nonprofit administration required.
• FBI Act 73 criminal history and Act 33 and Act 34 clearances required.