POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for providing day-to-day support to managers and employees in all aspects of Human Resources, including but not limited to recruitment and selection, employee relations, benefit administration, policy review and interpretation, employee wellness initiatives, and training programs. Also manages the recruitment, orientation, placement and retention of volunteers throughout the Library. May assist with special projects. Performs work independently with general instruction and broad directives.

SKILLS

1. Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
2. Strong verbal and written communication skills, coupled with a high level of accuracy.
3. Ability to develop and deliver training programs.
4. Ability to handle sensitive situations with objectivity and professionalism.
5. Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with managers and employees.
6. Ability to protect and preserve confidential information.
7. Ability to research and analyze data to make informed decisions.
8. Flexibility to respond quickly to changing job demands and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
9. Proficiency with Google and Microsoft products.
   Essential Physical Abilities - Accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation.
10. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing to communicate well with employees and customers.
11. Sufficient vision to produce and review a wide variety of Human Resources materials, written correspondence, reports and related materials in both electronic and hard copy form.
12. Sufficient ability to lift and move materials or files.
13. Sufficient personal mobility to attend meetings at various locations within the Library and community.
14. Ability to perform computer work for extended periods of time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor’s degree in related field.
2. Two years related professional experience.
3. HRIS experience is a plus.
   The job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library.
   Job Type: Full-time
   Pay: $29.37 per hour
   Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In perso

1. Advertise vacancies and monitor response levels. Screen resumes, and assist with the interview process. Manage background checks and the E-Verify process.
2. Track various employee trainings.
3. Process and track employee life cycle changes.
4. Maintain employee files with a high level of accuracy.
5. Answer questions related to Human Resources policies and procedures.
6. Facilitate the onboarding & offboarding processes.
7. Support HR Manager with policy development, budget preparation, wellness initiatives, and compensation studies.
8. HRIS duties: create monthly, annual, and special reports; enter new hire data; set-up and maintain system tables/configurations.
9. Lead or assist with special projects within the department or organization.
10. Process FMLA requests and short-term disability.
11. Oversee all aspects of the workers’ compensation process, from injury reporting to return-to-work.
12. Work with employees on ADA accommodation requests.
13. Review and submit HR related vendor invoices for payment.
14. Work with managers to maintain accurate budgeted staffing levels.
15. Reconcile and process benefit invoices; assist with employee benefit questions/issues; process benefit changes/elections; fulfill benefit reporting requirements; and assist with Open Enrollment.