Job Description

Human Resources Coordinator

Location: Des Moines, IA
Pay: $20-22.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday typical office hours. Weekends and Evenings occasionally
Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. We're seeking a dedicated HR professional to manage employee relations, training programs, and ensure compliance with organizational policies. This role is crucial in supporting our mission through effective human resources management and employee development

What You’ll Do

HR Administration & Records Management

• Maintain comprehensive employee files including medical, personnel, terminated, and applicant records
• Perform ADP data entry for employee records, demographic changes, and benefit enrollments
• Manage accurate payroll records and timesheet processing using HRIS system
• Process and engage in ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accommodation requests
• Administer FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act) processes including eligibility determination, documentation, and tracking
• Handle PLOA (Personal Leave of Absence) requests and documentation
• Ensure compliance with all leave policies and maintain confidential records

Employee Relations & Safety

• Investigate and document incident reports including injuries, accidents, and grievances
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings and support safety training programs
• Coordinate employee benefits and assist with registration and claims
• Administer Safe From Harm program including training and compliance

Training & Development

• Implement and conduct HR training for management and supervisory staff
• Assist with employee orientation and onboarding
• Support leadership development and policy compliance initiatives
• Advise management on personnel matters including recruitment and retention

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

Qualifications

What You Need

Required

Education & Experience

• Associate degree and two years of experience in HR Management or Business Management preferred
• Office management and supervision experience preferred
• Knowledge of workers compensation and OSHA regulations desired
• Experience with ADP timekeeping software preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to interpret and implement HR policies and procedures
• Excellence in problem-solving and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality

Physical Requirements

• Computer work requiring manual dexterity
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Clear speaking, hearing, and vision abilities

Work Environment

• Professional office setting
• Occasional travel to Family Store locations
• Moderate noise levels
• Some evening and weekend work may be required

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.