• Human Resources Coordinator

    Aston Carter (Middletown, CT)


    Job Title: Human Resources Coordinator

    Job Description

    The Human Resources Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the HR department by assisting with administrative tasks related to benefits, payroll, training and development, recruitment, and other HR initiatives. This position requires onsite presence Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, with an earlier start time of 6:50 am on orientation days, which occur on the first and third Monday of each month. This is a contract opportunity with the potential to transition into permanent employment.

    Responsibilities

    + Respond to internal and external HR inquiries or requests and provide assistance.

    + Redirect HR-related calls or distribute correspondence to the appropriate team member.

    + Maintain records of personnel-related data (personal information, leaves, turnover rates) in both paper and database formats, ensuring compliance with employment requirements.

    + Liaise with other departments, including payroll and benefits.

    + Support the recruitment and hiring process by leading the pre-employment process, sourcing candidates, performing background checks, assisting in shortlisting, and issuing employment contracts.

    + Ensure all pre-employment paperwork, licensure, and certifications are obtained in a timely manner and in compliance with regulatory agencies.

    + Assist with new-hire procedures, including organizing employee orientation, creating new employee files, administering handbooks, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is properly completed.

    + Participate in new hire orientations.

    + Uphold core values of compassion, excellence, cooperation, collaboration, honesty, and innovation.

    + Maintain privacy, confidentiality, professional appearance, responsibility, and commitment.

    Essential Skills

    + Outgoing personality, especially for facilitating orientations twice a month.

    + Strong administrative and technical skills.

    + Preferred experience in HR, onboarding, and orientation.

    + Associate’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent coursework and applied experience.

    + 2 years of experience in a Human Resources department setting.

    + Excellent computer skills with advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word.

    + Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.

    + Advanced organizational skills and ability to multitask.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree preferred.

    + Experience in a healthcare or unionized environment is a plus.

    Work Environment

    This role is based in an office setting, with a strong company culture and potential growth into a permanent position. Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance and uphold privacy and confidentiality in their work.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Middletown, CT.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Middletown,CT.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.