Human Resources Coordinator

Company Description St. Vincent de Paul Louisville (SVDP) is a nonprofit organization that houses, feeds, and supports individuals and families in need with compassion and dignity. SVDP serves people experiencing homelessness, poverty, addiction, mental illness, and unexpected crises, offering assistance regardless of background or faith.

Through a continuum of care that includes food, shelter, affordable housing, counseling, youth enrichment programs, and emergency financial assistance, SVDP helps participants work toward long-term self-sufficiency. The organization operates a community kitchen, food pantry, shelters, recovery programs, thrift stores, and supportive housing on its downtown campus and in scattered-site housing.

Together, these programs provide shelter and permanent housing for up to 600 individuals, addressing the complex causes of chronic poverty and homelessness. Role Description The Human Resources Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Louisville, KY.

This position supports daily HR operations, including maintaining employee records, processing new hires and terminations, coordinating onboarding and orientation, and assisting with benefits enrollment and changes. The role helps administer HR policies and procedures, supports employee relations by responding to routine inquiries, and assists with documenting and tracking HR-related issues.

The Coordinator will help organize training and development activities, support performance review processes, and ensure compliance with relevant labor laws and organizational standards. This position also collaborates with managers and staff across programs to provide timely, accurate HR information and support.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Human Resources (HR) and HR Management to support day-to-day HR operations and processes.
• Experience with Benefits Administration to assist with enrollments, changes, and employee questions.
• Ability to manage Employee Relations matters, including responding to staff inquiries and supporting a respectful workplace.
• Knowledge of HR Policies and basic employment law to help ensure consistency and compliance.
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills.
• Proficient in HRIS or related HR software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work with diverse teams and populations.

Preferred

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Preferred

Experience working in nonprofit, social services, or community-based organizations.