Human Resources Specialist

The HR Coordinator supports the delivery of human resources services, implementation and maintenance of processes, including payroll, recruiting, onboarding, benefits and leave administration, HRIS data entry, employment changes, performance appraisals, job descriptions, policies and procedures, record keeping and filing.   The incumbent in this position is required to complete all work in full adherence of applicable organization, HR and payroll policies or procedures as well as state and federal requirements.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process bi-weekly payroll after verifying timesheets, accurate pay and deductions, and report generation.
• Assist with full recruiting cycle, including posting open positions on various job boards, reviewing resumes, maintaining applicant tracking system and required documentation, conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, checking references, and processing background checks.
• Participate in onboarding and off boarding processes and completion of associated required documentation, i.e. I-9, W-4s, direct deposits, exit interviews and termination paperwork.
• Review and ensure accuracy of timekeeping information.
• Support benefits and leave administration including annual benefits open enrollment processes, broker and insurance carrier research and review, as well as report development.
• Reconcile monthly employee insurance premium statements, fund FSA accounts, and process 403(b) contributions.
• Track employee work-related illnesses and injuries, prepare the OSHA 300 Log, and post February 1 – April 30
• Ensure data integrity with HRIS entries, HR and payroll documentation.
• Develop, prepare and generate ongoing and ad-hoc employee data reports.
• Create and maintain employment files and HR records.
• Document core HR processes and seek opportunities to automate manual processes and identify process efficiencies.
• Assist with completion of verification of employment requests.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding benefits, human resources and payroll matters.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field; or, equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of payroll processing and HR administration experience.
• Recent HRIS experience (Paylocity, Paycom, or similar software preferred)