We’re looking for a motivated and people-centered HR Specialist to join our team and play a meaningful role in supporting our employees from day one through every stage of their journey. This is a dynamic, hands-on position that touches every corner of HR - from recruiting and benefits to communications and compliance. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy wearing many hats, and care deeply about creating a positive workplace experience, we’d love to hear from you. If you have the drive, we are willing to train you. Hybrid work option is available for the right candidate.

General Summary
The HR Specialist plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s human resources functions and fostering a positive workplace culture. This position is responsible for a variety of HR duties, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance with employment laws and policies. As a key resource for employees and management, the HR Specialist ensures HR practices align with the organization’s mission and values, contributing to a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Duties and Responsibilities

Overall
• Support HR Manager in HR functions such as hiring, benefits administration and personnel records.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Facilitate and monitor the implementation of standardized HR processes across the organization.
• Ensure all data and records are maintained following privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures.
Hiring

1. Support recruitment efforts by posting job ads, screening candidates, and scheduling interviews,
2. Ensure all required background checks are complete prior to hiring new employees including fingerprinting requirements.
3. Attending job fairs to represent agency and market open positions

Benefits
4. Serve as liaison for all benefits service providers
5. Assist HR Manger with Open Enrollment and responsible for enrolling all staff
6. Working with payroll to identify accurate deductions for employees
Reports & Records
7. Organize and maintain personnel records, ensuring all employee documentation is up-to-date and confidential.
8. Compile and report monthly and annual HR reports to management
9. Assist with payroll processing by providing the department with relevant employee information, i.e., leaves of absence, sick days and work schedules.

Employee Events, Communication & Training
10. Support the HR department and Senior Agency leadership in implementing programs and events to help improve the employee experience.
11. Coordinate training sessions and seminars to enhance employee skills and promote company culture.
12. Follow up with staff to ensure completion of annual mandatory staff trainings
13. Participate in staff meetings, agency meetings and events.

Education Requirements