Employee Engagement Coordinator
Location : In-Office (North of Pittsburgh, PA)
Job Classification : Part-time or Full-time, up to 40 hours / week
Our Mission :
The mission of Sweet Water Decor is to Illuminate, Elevate, and Inspire. We create candles & home decor to bring light into people’s everyday lives.
We’re here to help our customers feel grounded and connected to those moments through cozy, comfortable spaces and fragrances they will want to revisit time and time again.
Sweet Water Decor is looking for a professional and experienced Employee Engagement Coordinator to join our team. This person will be the go-to for HR, culture, engagement, and office operations - helping us run smoothly, supporting our team, and ensuring our values shine through everything we do.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a growing business, loves creating structure, and is passionate about people and culture.
Key Responsibilities :
People & Culture / Human Resources
- Payroll & Benefits – Manage payroll processing, benefits administration, and time & attendance tracking
- HR Operations – Handle hiring, onboarding, interviews, performance reviews, terminations, and exit interviews
- Policies & Compliance – Maintain and create internal policies, employee handbook, and ensure compliance with employment laws
- Culture & Engagement – Champion our values, foster morale, and create a positive, inclusive work environment
- Training & Development – Support professional growth and coordinate training programs for the team
- Employee Relations – Handle sensitive matters professionally and confidentially
Office Management
Oversee daily office operations, supplies, scheduling, and vendor relationshipsHandle procurement and purchasing for office supplies, equipment, and vendor servicesMaintain an organized, clean, productive, and welcoming office environmentEnsure internal communications are clear and professionalEvents & Team Building
Plan and execute internal team events, celebrations, and external SWD events (night marts, local pop-ups, etc.)Act as a cultural ambassador, reinforcing company values in all eventsCustomer Service Oversight
Oversee our customer service team members and step in during busy seasons to support customer service directlyWhat We’re Looking For
Proven experience in HR, people operations, or office managementKnowledge of payroll systems, HR compliance, and best practicesProfessional, approachable, and trustworthy with excellent judgmentSkilled in handling confidential informationHighly organized, detail-oriented, and proactiveStrong communication and interpersonal skillsPassion for culture-building and supporting team growthQualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)3+ years of experience in HR, office management, or a combined people operations roleProven experience managing payroll, benefits, and HR compliance with confidentiality and accuracyDemonstrated ability to create, implement, and maintain internal policies, procedures, and employee handbooksExperience handling hiring, onboarding, interviews, performance reviews, and employee relationsStrong organizational skills to manage time & attendance tracking, scheduling, and office operationsExperience with procurement and vendor management , ensuring cost-effective and timely purchasing decisionsAbility to oversee a customer service team and step in to handle support when neededSkilled in planning and executing team events and company culture initiativesExceptional communication and interpersonal skills , with the ability to maintain professionalism and confidentialityWell-organized, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing immediate operational needs with long-term people and culture goalsA culture-builder who is approachable, empathetic, and committed to fostering an inclusive, positive workplaceProficient in HR software, payroll platforms, and basic office tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Monday.com, Paychex, or similar)A self-starter with the ability to take initiative, adapt quickly, and continuously improve processesPerks and Benefits :
401K with company matching (after one year).Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance.Employee discount on all SWD products.The chance to be part of a creative, fun, and fast-growing brand.Salary : $45,000-$55,000
Our Mission :
The mission of Sweet Water Decor is to Illuminate, Elevate, and Inspire. We create candles & home decor to bring light into people’s everyday lives.
We’re here to help our customers feel grounded and connected to those moments through cozy, comfortable spaces and fragrances they will want to revisit time and time again.
Sweet Water Decor is looking for a professional and experienced Office Manager to join our team. This person will be the go-to for HR, culture, and office operations - helping us run smoothly, supporting our team, and ensuring our values shine through everything we do.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a growing business, loves creating structure, and is passionate about people and culture.
Key Responsibilities :
People & Culture / Human Resources
Payroll & Benefits – Manage payroll processing, benefits administration, and time & attendance trackingHR Operations – Handle hiring, onboarding, interviews, performance reviews, terminations, and exit interviewsPolicies & Compliance – Maintain and create internal policies, employee handbook, and ensure compliance with employment lawsCulture & Engagement – Champion our values, foster morale, and create a positive, inclusive work environmentTraining & Development – Support professional growth and coordinate training programs for the teamEmployee Relations – Handle sensitive matters professionally and confidentiallyOffice Management
Oversee daily office operations, supplies, scheduling, and vendor relationshipsHandle procurement and purchasing for office supplies, equipment, and vendor servicesMaintain an organized, clean, productive, and welcoming office environmentEnsure internal communications are clear and professionalEvents & Team Building
Plan and execute internal team events, celebrations, and external SWD events (night marts, local pop-ups, etc.)Act as a cultural ambassador, reinforcing company values in all eventsCustomer Service Oversight
Oversee our customer service team members and step in during busy seasons to support customer service directlyWhat We’re Looking For
Proven experience in HR, people operations, or office managementKnowledge of payroll systems, HR compliance, and best practicesProfessional, approachable, and trustworthy with excellent judgmentSkilled in handling confidential informationHighly organized, detail-oriented, and proactiveStrong communication and interpersonal skillsPassion for culture-building and supporting team growthQualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)3+ years of experience in HR, office management, or a combined people operations roleProven experience managing payroll, benefits, and HR compliance with confidentiality and accuracyDemonstrated ability to create, implement, and maintain internal policies, procedures, and employee handbooksExperience handling hiring, onboarding, interviews, performance reviews, and employee relationsStrong organizational skills to manage time & attendance tracking, scheduling, and office operationsExperience with procurement and vendor management, ensuring cost-effective and timely purchasing decisionsAbility to oversee a customer service team and step in to handle support when neededSkilled in planning and executing team events and company culture initiativesExceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain professionalism and confidentialityWell-organized, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing immediate operational needs with long-term people and culture goalsA culture-builder who is approachable, empathetic, and committed to fostering an inclusive, positive workplaceProficient in HR software, payroll platforms, and basic office tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Monday.com, Paychex, or similar)A self-starter with the ability to take initiative, adapt quickly, and continuously improve processesPerks and Benefits :
401K with company matching (after one year).Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance.Employee discount on all SWD products.The chance to be part of a creative, fun, and fast-growing brand.Our Team Culture Values : C.A.R.E.
CONNECTION
We connect with one another through teamwork, celebrations, and an atmosphere of positivity.
ACCOUNTABILITY
We are accountable to ourselves and our team by understanding the importance of our role and the part we play in the mission of Sweet Water Decor. We not only show up, but we take ownership in the work we do and the quality at which we are doing it.
RESPECT
We respect Sweet Water Decor and our fellow team members by making communication a priority. We value honesty and are empathetic in our interactions.
ENTHUSIASM
We are enthusiastic about our work at Sweet Water Decor. We maintain productivity and quality while also keeping an attitude of positivity and flexibility.
Our Team Culture Values : C.A.R.E.
CONNECTION
We connect with one another through teamwork, celebrations, and an atmosphere of positivity.
ACCOUNTABILITY
We are accountable to ourselves and our team by understanding the importance of our role and the part we play in the mission of Sweet Water Decor. We not only show up, but we take ownership in the work we do and the quality at which we are doing it.
RESPECT
We respect Sweet Water Decor and our fellow team members by making communication a priority. We value honesty and are empathetic in our interactions.
ENTHUSIASM
We are enthusiastic about our work at Sweet Water Decor. We maintain productivity and quality while also keeping an attitude of positivity and flexibility.
