Human Resources Specialist

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Responsibilities

• Serves as the initial contact and liaison for intake and assessment of employee inquiries related to policies, procedures, and compliance
• Assists with recordkeeping related to all Human Resources processes and procedures including hiring, termination, leave, transfer, and promotion
• Conducts surveys, interviews, and other research related to human resource policies, compensation, procedures and reports results to the Human Resources Director
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to EEO, affirmative action, leave management, benefits, payroll, recruitment, and generally accepted human resources principles
• Assists with preparation of plans, policies, benefits administration, documents, and reports including EEO-1, affirmative action plans, organizational charts, labor agreements, and employee handbooks
• Assists with preparation of documents and records required for contract negotiations, meetings, reporting, and payroll administration
• Acts as liaison to other departments and committees in the organization
• Supports human resources processes including recruiting, investigations, onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, offboarding and separations, vendor management, leave administration, and employment eligibility
• Assists in the planning and execution of employee events
• Complies with the Policies and Procedures of Overbrook School for the Blind
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and thrive in an extremely fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to complete tasks with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
• Thorough understanding of the education and/or non-profit environment and the HR role in those spaces
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a strong desire for career progression and continuous professional development
• Thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and guidelines related to human resources
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, HRIS, Applicant Tracking, and/or related software

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, Accounting, or related field
• Minimum of three years of professional human resource experience, preferably in an education or non-profit environment