Part-time HR Coordinator - Embark Veterinary

Who we are
Join Embark on our mission to bring joy to dog lovers by offering the world’s best products and services to strengthen their bonds with the dogs in their lives. Our canine DNA test — named the best by The New York Times — enables us to make scientific advances in personalized pet care. Embark was listed in Forbes’ ‘Next Billion Dollar Startups’, and with over 2 million dogs tested, we continue to make amazing progress towards bettering the lives of dogs.

Designed by world leaders in dog genetics (in partnership with Cornell University), the Embark Dog DNA Test provides information on genetic health risks and breed make-up, allowing dog owners, breeders, and veterinarians to drive personalized care plans based on a dog's unique genetic profile. 

Join our pack! At Embark, our People First culture is centered around building an amazing team and giving everyone an opportunity to have a voice and make an impact.  We are looking for highly motivated and mission-driven employees who will join us as Embark leads the cutting edge of creativity and innovation in the fast-growing consumer genetics space.

About the role:
The part-time HR Coordinator will support the day-to-day operations of the People Team department, ensuring smooth and efficient processes across all areas of HR. This role will assist with recruitment, onboarding, employee record management, HR compliance, HR business partner responsibilities, and other administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be organized, service-oriented, and excited to play a key role in supporting our employees and fostering a positive workplace culture.

What you’ll do:

• Recruitment and Onboarding:
  • Assist in the coordination of the recruitment process, including posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
  • Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including preparing offer letters, conducting background checks, and organizing orientation sessions.
  • Ensure new hires have a positive onboarding experience by providing necessary resources and support.
• HR Administration:
  • Prepare HR reports and metrics as needed to support management decision-making.
  • Prepare documents and letters as needed.
• Employee Support Business Partnership:
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Act as a liaison between the People Team and assigned departments, providing support on HR-related matters
  • Assist in providing guidance and support to managers and employees, ensuring a fair and consistent approach in line with company practices and policies, escalating issues when necessary 
  • Partner with managers to identify employee development needs and advise on plans
• HR Compliance:
  • Assist in maintaining and upholding the employee handbook, policies, and procedures.
  • Support HR audits and compliance-related activities.
• General HR Support:
  • Coordinate employee engagement activities in partnership with the Culture Committee
  • Provide administrative support for various HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Experience we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in an HR or administrative role.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and familiarity with HRIS or similar systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws is a plus.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work effectively in a team environment.

Why join the pack!
At Embark, we might be dog lovers, but we’re passionate about people too. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where all employees can belong and flourish. Here are some of our benefits and perks:

• A flexible vacation policy so you can take off the time you need when you need it
• Paid maternal and paternal leave (plus paw-ternity leave for new pets)
• Every other Friday off each summer
• Dog-friendly office near South Station, Boston 
• Perks tailored for dog lovers including subsidized pet insurance
• Startup perks with big-company benefits (401k match, a generous bonus structure, commuter benefits, top-of-the-line healthcare, HSA/FSA)
• Competitive salaries and equity participation — every employee gets stock options
• New MacBook Pros or laptops
• Continuing education, including attending conferences and company-provided resources to help with individual growth and development

Embark is an equal opportunity workplace and values diversity at our company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, age, disability status, marital status, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. See also EEO is the Law.

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