Human Resources Coordinator

About the Role

Join our team! The City of Kentwood is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator who is passionate about connecting people with meaningful public service careers. In this role, you’ll support the City’s hiring and onboarding efforts while helping create a positive and organized experience for candidates and new employees. You’ll also contribute to key HR initiatives such as employee engagement, wellness programs, and day-to-day HR operations. Our ideal candidate is organized, proactive, proficient with HR and applicant tracking systems, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and candidate communication
• Support new employee onboarding, including orientation and required documentation
• Manage recruitment processes through the applicant tracking system and HR technologies
• Coordinate background checks, reference checks, and hiring documentation
• Represent the City at job fairs and recruitment events
• Support employee recognition programs, service awards, and wellness initiatives
• Maintain HR records and assist with reports, correspondence, and special projects
• Provide administrative support to HR department and Executive team as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field
• Two years of full cycle recruitment and onboarding experience
• Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) Certified Professional (CP) OR HR Certification Institute (HRCI) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) within one year of employment
• Proficient with technology (Microsoft Office and Applicant tracking systems)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

Please view the full job description and requirements for more details.

Pay and Benefits

Hourly pay range: $22.65 – $30.35, depending on qualifications experience

The City of Kentwood offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits, including:

• 10% employer retirement contribution
• 11 paid holidays, three personal days, and 12 sick days annually
• Up to four weeks of vacation annually
• Fully paid parental leave (4–6 weeks depending on eligibility)
• Medical insurance with 2% employee premium share
• Free dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions of $825–$1,650 annually
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-paid training and professional development
• Discounts on city recreation programs

Why work for the City of Kentwood

A community of more than 54,000 residents and growing, Kentwood is a safe, prosperous, and welcoming city with vibrant neighborhoods and flourishing businesses that make it a wonderful place to live and work. The City offers easy access to a variety of amenities including many of West Michigan’s destination shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreation options. This, along with Kentwood’s outstanding public-school systems, wide variety of businesses, and career and education advancement opportunities attract a diverse population.

With a mission of providing high quality services to foster a thriving community for all, Kentwood maintains a culture of excellent customer service, actively providing a responsive and responsible local government with a focus on continual improvement.

The City of Kentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply today to join our supportive, dynamic team! Applications will be accepted through April 1st.