HR Administrative Coordinator
Washington County Mental Health Services
- Barre, VT
- Permanent
- Full-time
NOTICE OF OPEN POSITION
HR Administrative Coordinator
August 2025For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”POSITION: The WCMHS HR team is seeking a Human Resources Administrative Coordinator (HRAC) to provide administrative support across the full range of HR functions. This key position supports cohesive, efficient, and organized HR operations, supporting payroll and benefits processes, employee onboarding and orientation, HR data management, and employment life cycle events. Working closely with HR staff and supervised by the Assistant Director of HR Operations, the HRAC ensures timely and accurate execution of HR procedures while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate for this role is an experienced administrative professional with a team-oriented approach and motivation to continually learn and grow within a dynamic work environment.Education and experience requirements for this position include:
- A combination of education and relevant work experience providing the knowledge and skills to successfully perform job duties, including experience in administrative work.
- Preferred: Experience or training in human resources functions; experience with HRIS and/or payroll systems.
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills, including ability to manage detailed information and documentation.
- Ability to manage tasks with a high level of independence and to consistently complete tasks accurately.
- Customer service orientation with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel.
- Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems; ability to learn new platforms.
- Basic knowledge of HR compliance and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Capacity to manage multiple tasks with precision and timeliness.
- Strong problem-solving and time management skills, and ability to adapt to change.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
- Understanding of the WCMHS mission and commitment to inclusive, high-quality mental health services.