Human Resource Specialist

General Purpose

Under general supervision, assist employees and the Human Resources (HR) team in delivering a full spectrum of HR services, including recruitment, payroll, leave management, onboarding, employee transactions, and possibly safety or other related areas. Serve as a resource for employees and answer general HR questions. Process personnel information and handle highly confidential material. Respond promptly and professionally to the needs of internal and/or external customer requests or questions. Front-facing role supporting employees, customers, and contractors.  May provide backup support to other administrative positions.

Job Duties and ResponsibilitiES

• Assist department and/or office staff, performing any combination of clerical duties including answering phones, checking in/out contractors, filing, sorting, receiving, classifying, reconciling and summarizing documents and information
• Perform recruiting activities for the location such as resume screening, scheduling interviews, reference checks, background check/testing completion, etc.
• Act as backup Administer for payroll processing (e.g., tracking, auditing, transmitting, and correcting payroll transactions)
• Assist with or facilitate the new hire onboarding process
• Serve as a liaison to employees with employee benefits questions; assist with new hire benefit enrollment and open enrollment
• Facilitate leave management to ensure smooth transactions between employees, leave management system, payroll, and benefits
• Respond to HR inquiries either directly to the requested party or provide background information for HR management team members regarding the inquiry
• Maintain various records, spreadsheets, logs, etc. Compile and generate regular and special reports using established formats and procedures, i.e. Plant Production downtime and tracking reports in Excel and Power BI.
• Maintain required employment law postings in assigned location
• Support employee engagement process and actively participate in/plan/recommend employee recognition or appreciation events
• Coordinate training activities; ensure that new hire and employee training is completed in a timely manner and attend monthly DairyU coordinator meetings
• Schedule and organize onsite, off-site, or virtual meetings; prepare materials for meetings
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
  

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Undergraduate degree and/or human resource course work preferred
• 1 to 3 years of human resource experience preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Great opportunity for recent grad or individual seeking to grow in the HR field!

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state employment laws
• Able to discreetly handle sensitive/confidential employee information
• Able to maintain confidentiality of information
• Able to demonstrate a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness in executed tasks
• Able to respond courteously and efficiently to inquiries, complaints, and requests
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to multi-task and organize own work activities
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans