Human Resources Specialist

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

Working under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, this position is responsible for all aspects of recruiting for the organization and plays a critical role in ensuring the hiring of best possible talent. For many individuals who encounter the agency, the Human Resources Specialist is the first person he/she interacts with and is the source for first impressions. This position will also have some responsibility for onboarding, training, and development.

• Responsible for the recruitment, pre-offer processes, post offer processes and on-boarding of new hires and associated communications.
• Develops and executes talent acquisition plans for the agency.
• Creates and grows agency presence on various social media channels for employment recruitment purposes.
• Posts open position announcements: creates and maintains position/posting requests. Posts open positions on a variety of channels in compliance with Union rules and agency policies on postings.
• Screens incoming applications/resumes via ATS/HRIS System, reviews candidate’s background, and forwards adequate candidates on to hiring manager for further consideration. Tracks all active candidates for employment.
• Provides data as requested regarding talent acquisition efforts i.e., resources utilized, posting, type and count of qualified candidates
• Participates in job/career fairs at local educational institutions and other outside agencies. Develops networking relationships with community partners, educational institutions, etc. for recruitment purposes.
• Coordinates and tracks internship opportunities within the agency.
• Researches and recommends new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting.
• Schedules initial interviews as directed.
• Completes required background screenings i.e., reference checks, MVR, Criminal Background Checks, and degree/licensure verification, and database checks as assigned.
• Assists with necessary correspondence including offer letters. Extends offers of employment to candidates and answers questions regarding benefits, schedule, etc.
• Serves as back-up facilitator for the new staff orientation program.
• Provides back-up to HR Specialist and CHRO. Provides general HR support to managers and staff as needed.
• Coordinates and assigns staff training on behalf of the Human Resources Department. Tracks and reports on training compliance to supervisors.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism and courtesy when interacting with others.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Maintains all pre-employment and marketing materials related to the recruitment process.
• Assists with special projects such as open enrollment for benefits, all-staff events, performance evaluations, workers compensation and unemployment claims processing, salary surveys, EEO reporting, state, federal and other external or internal reports as required.
• Must be able to react to changes and stress productively, and be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Must be able to relate to all levels of staff and management and to work as part of a team.
• Must be able to communicate with others in a safe, stigma-free manner.
• Recommends ways to improve current practices.
• Maintains HR spreadsheets and workflows.
• Acts as contact person for correspondence with job posting websites.
• Completes other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

In order to perform the essential functions of this job, after an orientation period the employee must possess the following: a working knowledge of Riveon Policy and Procedures, including sensitivity and adherence to clients’ rights, confidentiality, health and safety issues and the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Must exhibit sensitivity to different cultures. Ability to present information and respond to questions from management, employees, and the general public.

Must possess ability to read and interpret basic business documents. Ability to write reports and general business correspondence. Strong organizational skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks required.

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