Senior HR Coordinator

PEMEX Deer Park is a highly complex refinery located 18 miles east of Houston in Deer Park, TX, and is a part of the PEMEX group which is a fully integrated oil company in the Americas, working across the entire value chain: exploration, production, industrial processing/refining, logistics and marketing.  PEMEX Deer Park provides a diverse and inclusive work environment that employs approximately 1000 employees with another 1200 contractors on site.  The refinery’s rated capacity is 340,000 barrels per day and has the feed flexibility to process multiple grades of crudes to produce the high-quality transportation fuels the world needs.  The PEMEX Deer Park site is co-located with other 3rd party chemical facilities allowing for further integration and optimization of the refinery and its products.  We set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors and offer challenging and fulfilling job opportunities in a number of fields.  We take great pride in our ability to ensure the health and safety of our workers and the environment while being a good neighbor and have a positive impact on the local community where we work.

BENEFITS:

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.

Job Summary:

The Senior HR Coordinator provides advanced administrative and operational 
support across all areas of the Human Resources & External Affairs department, 
ensuring efficient, compliant, and employee-focused service delivery. This role 
manages key HR processes, including onboarding, employee records, benefits and 
leave administration, HRIS data integrity, compliance tracking, and recruitment 
coordination. The Senior HR Coordinator serves as a central point of contact for 
employees, HR Business Partners, and leaders, contributing to the seamless 
execution of HR programs and initiatives while maintaining the highest standards of 
confidentiality and professionalism.

Accountability & Responsibilities:

1. HR Operations & Employee Support
• Provide daily HR support by responding to employee questions regarding 
policies, benefits, timekeeping, and HR procedures.
• Maintain accurate employee records and personnel files in accordance with 
company policy and legal requirements.
• Process HR transactions including new hires, job changes, compensation 
updates, and terminations.
• Support onboarding and offboarding by preparing documentation, 
coordinating logistics and ensuring all requirements are completed.
• Assist with HR communications, employee announcements, and engagement 
activities.

2. Recruiting & Hiring Support
• Work closely with the Talent Management Business Partner to support 
posting job requisitions and manage interview scheduling.
• Serve as coordinator between candidates, hiring managers, and HR Business 
Partners.
• Manage pre-employment processes including background checks, drug 
screens, and compliance documentation.
• Support new hire orientation by coordinating schedules, materials, and system 
access.
• Support hiring events outside company. 

3. Compensation, Benefits & Leave Administration
• Work closely with the Benefits & Compensation Business Partner to assist 
employees with general benefits questions.
• Process compensation changes and collaborate with payroll to ensure correct 
payment processing.
• Support leave-of-absence administration by tracking cases, collecting 
documentation, and communicating with employees and supervisors.
• Coordinate disability, FMLA, workers’ compensation, and return-to-work 
processes as needed.

4. HR Systems & Data Management
• Maintain data accuracy in HRIS systems by entering transactions, auditing 
employee information and ensuring compliance.
• Run and prepare recurring HR reports (e.g., headcount, turnover, compliance, 
workforce metrics).
• Assist employees and leaders in navigating HRIS tools and resolving access 
issues.
• Support HR system testing, updates, and process improvements.

5. Compliance & Policy Administration
• Ensure HR processes comply with federal, state, and company regulations, 
including EEO, I-9/E-Verify, and OFCCP requirements.
• Maintain compliance-related documentation and support audit activities.
• Assist with policy updates and ensure accurate communication and posting of 
HR policies.

6. HR Program & Project Coordination
• Support execution of HR programs such as performance management, talent 
reviews, engagement activities, and development initiatives.
• Assist with annual HR processes including benefits open enrollment and 
merit/bonus cycles.
• Maintain project trackers, prepare materials, and support HR deliverables for 
HR Business Partners and leadership.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential 
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the 
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made 
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and 
professionalism. 
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills.
• Cultural awareness, sensitivity, and aptitude for leading in a complex employee 
environment, including represented employees.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Knowledge, Skills & Experience Education and Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, 
Business Administration, or related field preferred. 
• 3–5 years of HR coordination or administrative 
experience. 
• Strong understanding of HR operations, employment 
documentation, and compliance requirements. 
• Experience with HRIS (ADP or Workday), applicant 
tracking systems, and Microsoft Office Suite. 
Skills & Competencies: • Attention to Detail 
• Confidentiality & Integrity 
• HR Systems & Data Accuracy 
• Employee Service Orientation 
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills 
• Problem Solving 
• Time Management 
• Collaboration & Relationship Building

Physical requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of 
those that must be met by an employee to successfully 
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable 
accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with 
disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Must currently hold or be able to qualify to receive a 
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) 
card. Note, information regarding TWIC qualification 
standards may be found at:
https://www.tsa.gov/forindustry/twic