George Mason University
Human Resources Coordinator
🇺🇸 Fairfax, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Human Resources
🗓️ October 21st, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
George Mason University is hiring a Human Resources Coordinator. The role involves managing the full recruitment cycle, onboarding programs, maintaining employee records, and assisting with professional development while ensuring compliance with university policies. The coordinator also serves as a key contact for HR-related employee inquiries and policy management.
Highlights
- Leads full lifecycle recruitment and coordinates search committees for staff hiring.
- Develops and implements onboarding programs for new employees.
- Manages HR documentation, employee certifications, and compliance with labor laws.
- Facilitates annual performance evaluations and supports staff development and recognition programs.
- Requires bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with demonstrated HR or administrative expertise.
- Proficient in HRIS systems and knowledgeable about recruitment, performance management, and labor law compliance.
- Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, SHRM certification, and experience in Division I Athletics or higher education.
- Works within the Intercollegiate Athletics department serving 500 student-athletes across 22 NCAA Division I sports.
- Salary is commensurate with education and experience; requires a criminal background check.
- Position classified as Admin Office Specialist 3 with a full-time schedule (40 hours/week).
Human Resources Coordinator Full Description
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Classification: Admin Office Specialist 3
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Pay Band: 03
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department:George Mason Athletics unites communities by developing champions with a mission to inspire and transform lives through the power of sports. Mason Athletics serves 500 student-athletes in 22 NCAA Division I sports. We are a proud member of the Atlantic 10 Conference with over 20 Conference Championships, NCAA Championships in Women’s Soccer and Men’s Indoor Track, an NCAA Final Four appearance with Men’s Basketball, and over 30 individual National Champions. We are student-focused, education-centered, and committed to providing transformational experiences for our student-athletes and staff. Our five priorities are Student-Athlete Experience, Competition, Resources, Storytelling & Engagement, and Championship Culture.
About the Position:The HR Coordinator supports human resources functions by assisting with recruitment, onboarding, professional development, maintaining employee records, and answering employee inquiries, all while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with University HR policies and regulations. Key responsibilities include coordinating employee transactions and files, managing HR-related software and documentation, and acting as a point of contact for staff with HR-related questions.
Responsibilities:RecruitmentLeads the full life cycle of recruiting for all new employees for competitive recruitment and direct hires;Acts as search committee coordinator for recruitments;Ensures committee members attend search committee training to comply with University policy and procedures;Meets with hiring manager, chair and committee members before and during recruitment period to ensure compliance with process and answer questions;Creates matrix and assists with composing interview questions;Schedules interviews and campus visits, assists with travel arrangements for candidates;Finalizes paperwork, obtains approval and signatures coordinating with HR, Office of President, CDE, Provost as needed for timely completion of necessary approvals and documentation;Completes recruitment file by collecting all interview notes, matrix, and reference checks and forward to HR for storage; andDirects hire paperwork – facilitates direct hire paperwork through proper channels.OnboardingDevelops and implements a year-long robust onboarding program for staff.CertificationsCreates and maintains a system to manage documentation for required staff certifications and training.Hourly Wage / Student Wage / GPA Hiring and Onboarding Mason Onboard – handles processing of non student wage / student wage employees through the Mason Onboard system;Handles GPA hiring including offer letters and EPAFs. Completes welcome letters, communicate with new employees and GPAs, and ensure process is completed to include I9s and background checks; andSubmits accurate and timely EPAFs.Annual Evaluations Assists with facilitating annual performance evaluation process with department managers ensuring compliance with University requirements. Organizational and Professional Development Collaborates with managers on individual development plans and career pathways for staff;Leads or serves on department committees; andAssists with creating, discovering and/or communicating learning and development opportunities. Employee Rewards and RecognitionDesigns, implements, and manages programs that acknowledge and reward employees for achievements, milestones, and valuable contributions;Aligns programs with strategic plan, values, and goals, fostering a positive culture of appreciation; andGathers employee feedback to ensure programs are meaningful and impactful. Policy and Procedure Documentation Researches, develops, and updates policies that comply with labor laws, University policy, and align with department's strategic goals, ensuring fair and effective management of employees; andCommunicates policies to stakeholders and monitor their impact. Performs other related duties as assigned by departmental leadership
Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience;Demonstrated human resource or administrative office experience;Knowledge of HR processes like recruitment, performance management, and data analytics;Knowledge of labor laws, strategic thinking, and technology proficiency (e.g., HRIS);Ability to possess strong ethical compass with qualities like confidentiality and problem-solving; andAbility to manage multiple priorities, projects, and administrative tasks efficiently.
Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in related field;Society for Human Resource Management ("SHRM") certification.Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced higher education and/or Division I Intercollegiate Athletics office; andWorking knowledge of NCAA rules.
Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Human Resources Coordinator at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: October 2, 2025For Full Consideration, Apply by: October 16, 2025Open Until Filled: Yes
About the Position:The HR Coordinator supports human resources functions by assisting with recruitment, onboarding, professional development, maintaining employee records, and answering employee inquiries, all while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with University HR policies and regulations. Key responsibilities include coordinating employee transactions and files, managing HR-related software and documentation, and acting as a point of contact for staff with HR-related questions.
Responsibilities:RecruitmentLeads the full life cycle of recruiting for all new employees for competitive recruitment and direct hires;Acts as search committee coordinator for recruitments;Ensures committee members attend search committee training to comply with University policy and procedures;Meets with hiring manager, chair and committee members before and during recruitment period to ensure compliance with process and answer questions;Creates matrix and assists with composing interview questions;Schedules interviews and campus visits, assists with travel arrangements for candidates;Finalizes paperwork, obtains approval and signatures coordinating with HR, Office of President, CDE, Provost as needed for timely completion of necessary approvals and documentation;Completes recruitment file by collecting all interview notes, matrix, and reference checks and forward to HR for storage; andDirects hire paperwork – facilitates direct hire paperwork through proper channels.OnboardingDevelops and implements a year-long robust onboarding program for staff.CertificationsCreates and maintains a system to manage documentation for required staff certifications and training.Hourly Wage / Student Wage / GPA Hiring and Onboarding Mason Onboard – handles processing of non student wage / student wage employees through the Mason Onboard system;Handles GPA hiring including offer letters and EPAFs. Completes welcome letters, communicate with new employees and GPAs, and ensure process is completed to include I9s and background checks; andSubmits accurate and timely EPAFs.Annual Evaluations Assists with facilitating annual performance evaluation process with department managers ensuring compliance with University requirements. Organizational and Professional Development Collaborates with managers on individual development plans and career pathways for staff;Leads or serves on department committees; andAssists with creating, discovering and/or communicating learning and development opportunities. Employee Rewards and RecognitionDesigns, implements, and manages programs that acknowledge and reward employees for achievements, milestones, and valuable contributions;Aligns programs with strategic plan, values, and goals, fostering a positive culture of appreciation; andGathers employee feedback to ensure programs are meaningful and impactful. Policy and Procedure Documentation Researches, develops, and updates policies that comply with labor laws, University policy, and align with department's strategic goals, ensuring fair and effective management of employees; andCommunicates policies to stakeholders and monitor their impact. Performs other related duties as assigned by departmental leadership
Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience;Demonstrated human resource or administrative office experience;Knowledge of HR processes like recruitment, performance management, and data analytics;Knowledge of labor laws, strategic thinking, and technology proficiency (e.g., HRIS);Ability to possess strong ethical compass with qualities like confidentiality and problem-solving; andAbility to manage multiple priorities, projects, and administrative tasks efficiently.
Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in related field;Society for Human Resource Management ("SHRM") certification.Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced higher education and/or Division I Intercollegiate Athletics office; andWorking knowledge of NCAA rules.
Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Human Resources Coordinator at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: October 2, 2025For Full Consideration, Apply by: October 16, 2025Open Until Filled: Yes
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