The Human Resources Specialist manages the full cycle of the recruiting and onboarding process along with support for other HR functions. This role ensures the organization attracts, hires, and retains high-quality candidates who align with the agency’s mission and culture. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of recruitment—from job postings to new-hire orientation and initial training compliance.
The specialist assists managers with reviewing, screening, and distributing resumes from external job sites and is responsible for posting open vacancies internally and externally. Additional duties include scheduling interviews, extending job offers, processing background checks, completing E-Verify and Department of Labor new hire reporting, obtaining Motor Vehicle Reports and ensuring all onboarding steps are completed. The human resources specialist also conducts employee follow-up over several periods of employment to support a successful transition into the organization.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Candidate with equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
- Experience: Minimum of two years of human resources experience, with emphasis on recruiting and onboarding preferred.
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience with UKG Ready preferred.
- Industry Experience: Experience in non-profit and/or health and human services environments is a plus.
- Professional Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships across departments.
- Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion in handling sensitive information.
- Ability to work collaboratively and maintain harmonious working relationships with employees at all levels.
Benefits are excellent, including health insurance with dental, retirement, paid vacations, and paid sick leave.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 830am-430pm