Overview:

Assist in providing a wide range of HR support and advice in the delivery of Human Resources services, resources, policies, and programs including, but not limited to, the following functional areas: recruitment, retention, terminations, performance management, recognition, benefits and wellness, professional development, HRIS maintenance, and support; compliance, and related communications. Prioritize and carry out responsibilities in alignment with the overall goals and priorities of the Company and the Human Resources Department.

Essential Duties:

• Assist supervisors in the evaluation of applicant qualifications, as well as the selection of the most qualified candidates. Employment activities include constructing and economic placement of advertisements and job postings on external websites; screening; interviewing, evaluating, and making recommendations to hiring managers; performing referencing; making recommendations to determine hiring salary based on internal/external equity, and consulting with hiring supervisor on the communication of the job offers, nationwide criminal background checks, and offer letters. Assist with unemployment activity, including attending hearings. Order and review criminal background checks for staff.
• Manage and process new hire paperwork for employees by inputting all appropriate data into the Paylocity system.
• In partnership with the Director, develop an onboarding process for staff, continually assess the effectiveness of onboarding efforts, and identify areas for improvement. Develop resources and tools and coordinate surveying of new hires to monitor and track new employee success and engagement.
• Assist the Director in developing, planning, and administering a successful exit interview process for administrative and support staff employees.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits, including the annual open enrollment process, and benefit changes for staff. Responsible for the distribution of benefit materials and uploading benefit information to the Company Sharepoint.
• Assist in the development, planning, and coordination of a comprehensive employee recognition program that serves to recognize, reward, and engage staff throughout the employee lifecycle.
• In partnership with the Director, counsel, train, and coach management on employment matters and resolution of conflict, problems, and concerns.
• Administer and assure compliance with programs designed to establish and maintain effective employment/employee relations through the uniform and equitable application of Company policies and procedures. As applicable, identify employee relations issues and refer those concerns to the Director.
• Maintain the Paylocity system and make necessary changes; educate new supervisors and staff on how to use the system; plan and facilitate training for supervisors and staff.
• Assist the Director with processing leave of absence requests, including FMLA, and other leave requests.
• Act as a first responder to supervisors and staff, Company constituents, and callers by communicating and providing a thorough, solid knowledge of all common HR services, policies, and practices.
• Assist with other administrative duties or any other duties, as needed, and as assigned by the Director.

Other Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of Paylocity software is preferred.

Travel:

• Occasional travel to other sites as needed.

Marginal duties:

• Prepare routine and special reports, presentations, and other documents which provide Human Resources Information
• Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field preferred.
• A minimum of two years of professional Human Resources work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess experience in recruiting, knowledge of state and federal regulations, and comprehensive knowledge of effective human resources administration required.
• Must possess a professional demeanor, and exceptional interpersonal skills; as well as solid oral and written communication skills, including the ability to use good judgment and common sense.
• Possess excellent judgment, the ability to juggle multiple projects with attention to detail, and solid follow-up skills that are critical success factors in this position.
• Computer literacy, including HRIS, word processing, spreadsheet application, and developing data reports.
• Ability to understand assessment tools and inclusive interview practices.
• Experience driving and owning a full life cycle recruiting process.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
• Service-centric, organized, and detail-oriented