Human Resources Associate

Position Summary The Human Resources Associate provides administrative support to the HR Department, assisting with various HR functions including recruitment, employee records management, and handling HR-related inquiries. Description The Human Resources Associate provides administrative support to the HR Department, assisting with various HR functions including recruitment, employee records management, and handling HR-related inquiries. Primary Job Duties And Responsibilities Required to follow dress code policies of any alternative work locations, including but not limited to schools, jails, courts, detention centers, other community partners, etc. Assist with the recruitment process by posting job ads, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, reference checks and conducting background checks Coordinate onboarding and training sessions for new hires, ensuring a smooth onboarding process. Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries, providing timely and accurate information. Conduct data entry and maintain accurate employee records in HR systems. Assist in organizing training and development programs for staff. Ensure compliance with employment and labor laws, maintaining confidentiality and integrity in all HR activities. Help organize HR-related events, such as recognition programs, workshops, etc. Assist with HR audits as needed. Assist with employment verifications. Assist in the development of new job descriptions and updating existing job descriptions. Assist HR Director with special projects and assignments as needed. Assist with credentialing and related tasks Other duties as assigned. Credential and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in human resources, or related field, or an associate’s degree Pass pre-employment background checks, and State of Kansas Adult/Child One to two years’ experience in the HR field, or any similar experience combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skill, And Ability Requirements Familiarity with HR software and Microsoft Office Suite Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity Proficiency in data entry and HR administrative tasks Detail oriented, high level of accuracy Ability to work independently and as part of a team Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines Working Conditions Office setting with occasional remote work options. Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to lift 10-15 pounds. Equal Opportunity CCMHC provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. At-Will Employment I understand that I am an employee at-will and that neither this document nor any other document, writing, or manual creates, or is intended to create, a contract of employment between myself and Crawford County Mental Health Center. Crawford County Mental Health Center is an employment-at-will agency. This means an employee has the ability to quit employment for any or no reason, and an employer may terminate employment for no reason or for any non-discriminatory and/or non-retaliatory reason. Ability to move freely in the community and in a wide variety of circumstances. Special accommodation that can successfully assist an incumbent will be provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr Crawford County Mental Health Center