Human Resources Specialist

Provide support to the Human Resources department by assisting the Human Resources Manager with some aspects of human resources as directed by the manager. Assist in scheduling, benefits administration, and track training.

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
Brief Description of Duties
Administration Procedures
Hourly Wage: $24.99-$25.00

This position is Service Contract Act (SCA) supplemental-pay-eligible

Manage recruiting activities, including job postings, screening, testing, and reference checks

Support New Hire Orientation logistics, including scheduling sessions and preparing required paperwork and benefits enrollment materials

Assist with the preparation and maintenance of procedures for new hires, transfers, separations, salary changes and other personnel practices

Ensure employees complete required benefits enrollment or waiver forms at hire and during open enrollment, coordinating with the benefits broker as needed

Maintain accurate employee records related to benefits elections

Assign required training to staff and maintain accurate database of all PRH training completed by all employees

Work with the Human Resources Manager to ensure that any training deficiencies are clearly communicated to the appropriate department manager

Track completion of required professional development and training for the Center Safety Officer and other staff per PRH training exhibits

Assist with the processing of employee payroll through review of timecards to confirm they are completed accurately and approved by both the employee and their supervisor, and entering of employee changes and other maintenance aspects of the payroll system

File and keep all personnel records in a confidential manner

Assist with the monitoring of all EEO, OFCCP and Corporate Policies and Procedures

Coordinate criminal background checks for new hires and volunteers, and schedule required 3-year rechecks in accordance with PRH timelines

Track and verify staff licenses, certifications, and other required credentials, maintaining related documentation and renewal timelines

Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Job Corps notices and bulletins, Life Skills Connection’s policies and procedures, and Center policies and procedures

Participate in PRH mandated staff training;
Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination

Support day-to-day employee relations by answering routine staff questions and escalating concerns to the Human Resources Manager as needed

Monitor area of responsibility to ensure timely and high-quality services

Work toward meeting performance standard goal

Follow CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily

Model, mentor, and monitor appropriate Career Success Standards

Help students become more employable through continuous reinforcement

Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices

Adhere to required property control policies and procedures

Demonstrate and abide by Life Skills Connection’s core values and operating principles

Perform other duties as assigned

Engagement & Culture

Assist in administering staff engagement and satisfaction surveys, and compile results for the Human Resources Manager and Center Director

Support new-hire onboarding beyond paperwork, including welcome activities and check-ins during the first 90 days of employment

Coordinate activities that reinforce Center culture and Life Skills Connection's core values among staff

Serve as a point of contact for staff questions and connect employees with appropriate resources

Plan and coordinate employee events such as staff appreciation days, team-building activities, and seasonal celebrations

Track staff engagement survey participation and recognition program activity, sharing trends…