University of Northwestern - St. Paul
Location
Minnesota
Salary
$23 - $26 / HOUR
The HR Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the HR department, focusing on background checks, new hire documentation, and onboarding. The role also manages departmental communications and coordinates employee recognition programs.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in HR or administrative support. Candidates must maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and align with the organization's Christian mission.
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.
The HR Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Human Resources department, with primary responsibility for coordinating background checks, collecting and maintaining new hire documentation, overseeing annual Years of Service Awards, and supporting the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources. This role also manages departmental email inboxes and other communications and performs a wide range of traditional HR office coordination and administrative functions. The HR Coordinator serves as a key point of contact for employees, candidates, and internal stakeholders, ensuring a high level of service, confidentiality, and operational efficiency.
We are unable to hire relatives of current Northwestern employees for this position.
Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students, all employees act as a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students in growing intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to mature in their faith.
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.
All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
NORTHWESTERN'S BENEFITS OVERVIEW [https://www.unwsp.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Benefits-Overview-12.18.25.pdf]
Market context
In Minnesota, HR coordinator openings often reflect steady demand from schools, clinics, and other organizations that need help with onboarding, records, scheduling, and employee support. These roles can be competitive because employers often want candidates who combine administrative experience with discretion, strong communication, and mission fit; this posting also requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of HR or administrative support experience, and alignment with a Christian mission. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and tailor your application to show relevant coordination experience and readiness for the organization’s values.
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