Part-Time HR Coordinator in Whippany, New Jersey at Preferred Business Systems, Inc

Schedule: Part-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM (30 hrs/week)
Location: Whippany, NJ (on-site)

Preferred Business System is seeking a part-time HR Coordinator to support day-to-day HR operations across our Copier and MSP/IT divisions. This role handles the administrative and compliance backbone of HR — onboarding, benefits administration, recordkeeping, and employee relations support, working closely with the COO on broader people initiatives.

• Manage new hire onboarding: paperwork, I-9 verification, benefits enrollment, and orientation scheduling
• Maintain personnel files and HRIS/payroll system records, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Administer employee benefits (health, dental, vision, PTO tracking) and serve as first point of contact for employee questions
• Support recruiting logistics — posting openings, scheduling interviews, background checks
• Track and report on attendance, PTO balances, and leave requests
• Assist with performance review cycles and documentation
• Ensure compliance with NJ and federal employment law (wage/hour, leave laws, workplace posters, etc.)
• Help draft and update employee handbook policies as needed
• Provide light support on workers' comp and unemployment claims

• 2+ years of HR generalist, HR coordinator, or HR admin experience
• Working knowledge of NJ employment law and basic HR compliance
• Proficiency with HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, or similar) and Microsoft Office
• Strong discretion and confidentiality handling sensitive employee data
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• SHRM-CP or PHR a plus, not required