Human Resources Coordinator

Scholastic

HR Coordinator supporting the HR zone team at Scholastic. Performing administrative tasks and assisting with various HR functions in a hybrid role.

Posted 5/16/2026full-timeCincinnati • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help support our zone HR team
Perform administrative tasks as well as support a wide range of other HR functions
Partners with HRM to provide employees and managers with first line communications for daily issues/questions about HR practices, policies and procedures
Administer and maintain employment record reporting including bi-weekly Seasonal Leave of Absence, and other recurring/year-round activity
Leads recruitment support activities seasonally and ongoing through the year
Process and administer assigned payroll and HR Services for the zone
Supports biweekly payroll processing (entering time off requests) for HRM approval
Respond to state unemployment claims for assigned area
Administer termination documentation and processing audits
Point of contact for all employment verification or special request needs
Facilitate the random testing program, by assigning tests in the system and tracking results
May support or participate in training for new hires or policy/program changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate Degree in Business or related field, or its work equivalent
At least 2 years of experience in an HR environment or a related field is strongly desired
Background in any of the Human Resources disciplines: Recruiting, Organizational Development, Training, Total Rewards, Safety/Health, Employee Relations, or other government Compliance Regulations preferred
Maintains a high degree of Confidentiality when handling sensitive company and employee information
Team-oriented, self-motivated individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
Strong business process and customer focus; detail-oriented with an ability to see and respond to needs in a succinct way
Demonstrated problem-solving skills
Results orientation with a strong track record of success in delivering on objectives
Well-developed interpersonal communication skills
Listening, reasoning, and analytical skills with a balance of service and empathy in business relations
Clear and understandable oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates a high degree of commitment to the Scholastic Mission and Operating Principles
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, i.e., Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with an HCM (Workday) is desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision benefits
Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal and sick time
generous 50% off discount on Scholastic merchandise
401k with a company match

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Hard Skills & Tools

payroll processingemployment record reportingrecruitingemployee relationstrainingcompliance regulationsproblem-solvingdetail-orientedcustomer focusconfidentiality

Soft Skills

team-orientedself-motivatedinterpersonal communicationlistening skillsreasoning skillsanalytical skillsempathyresults orientationclear communicationcommitment

Certifications

Associate Degree in Business