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This entry-level position provides administrative and clerical support across Human Resources, with responsibilities in HR administration, recruiting and associate programs. The HR Specialist supports day-to-day HR processes and serves as backup to the HR Recruiter during periods of increased recruiting activity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

45% Performs Human Resources operations and associate support responsibilities, which include:

• Processing associate and organizational changes and maintains accurate HRIS data and records.
• Supporting payroll, benefits and other recurring HR processes.
• Preparing HR reports and spreadsheets and performing routine data review and analysis.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential associate records and HR documentation.
• Responding to routine associate and supervisor questions and providing timely HR support, escalating matters as appropriate.

35% Supports recruiting, selection, and onboarding activities, which include:

• Preparing job postings and assisting with job description updates.
• Coordinating candidate communication, interviews, assessments, background checks and reference checks.
• Screening and interviewing candidates for assigned positions and providing recruiting support as needed during periods of increased hiring activity.
• Supporting career fairs, recruiting events, and college/university relationships.
• Coordinating onboarding activities and new associate orientation.

20% Provides Human Resources program and division support, which include:

• Assisting with associate activities, events, wellness initiatives, and human resources programs.
• Assisting with communications, materials, scheduling, and follow-up for assigned initiatives.
• Completing special projects and other duties as assigned.

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be substituted as necessary.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• One to two years of human resources, recruiting, administrative, or related experience.

• Professional verbal and written communication skills.

• Sound judgment and decision-making ability.

• Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to build positive relationships, collaborate effectively, and remain flexible as priorities change.

• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism and maintain confidentiality.

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

• Experience with ADP or another HRIS or applicant tracking system preferred.

• Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Talent required in values, work intensity, achiever, positivity, resourcefulness, command, relationship-extension, and exactness.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree in business or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL AND WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work a part-time schedule; occasional work beyond 30 hours may be required to complete position responsibilities or support events.
• This is an in-office position.