Human Resouces Specialist

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Join our team as a Human Resources Specialist and play a pivotal role in supporting the organization's HR functions. As an integral part of the HR team, you will be responsible for a range of tasks related to recruitment, employee relations, and HR administration. This position offers an exciting opportunity for those who are passionate about fostering a positive work environment and ensuring the success of both the organization and its employees.

Locations of Responsibility

Greeley or San Luis Valley (Home Base)

Recruitment:

Manage the recruitment process, utilizing our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to source, screen, and select qualified candidates.

Coordinate and participate in job fairs and other recruitment events.

Employee Relations:

Promote a place of belonging for all employees in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural work environment.


Contribute to the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives.


Address employee inquiries and concerns with timely and effective resolutions assisting with complaints or issues as necessary.


HR Administration:

Assist in the development of Human Resources forms, documents, correspondence, manuals, and other necessary materials.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Conduct orientations for new hires and facilitate employee training sessions as needed in the promotion of a safe and stable environment for children and all direct service providers.


Maintain confidentiality in administrative and programmatic matters, sharing information only with authorized individuals within CDLF programs.

Payroll:

Assist Payroll & Benefits Specialist in reconciling bi-monthly payroll.


Answer general payroll questions for internal customers.


Compliance:

Stay informed about changes in labor laws, Federal Head Start regulations, and HR best practices to ensure the organization's compliance.

Assist with timely preparation of reports, documents, correspondence, manuals, and other materials related to HR.


Assist in the preparation of HR metrics in compliance with senior management reporting.


Strategy:

Work closely with other HR team members to streamline workflows, processes and enhance the overall HR function.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support organizational goal.

Requirements

Required qualifications


Include bachelor's degree in business administration focused in HR, Accounting, or a related Human Resource field, along with three to five years of relevant work experience. Proficiency in both Spanish and English is required . Additionally, possession of HR certification, such as SHRM-CP or PHR is a plus.

Must live in near or in the following areas:

Greeley, Colorado


San Luis Valley, Colorado

This position is not remote


Benefits:

Health


Dental


Vision

Accident

Critical Illness insurance

Life Insurance

PTO and Holiday pay

Why You'll Love It Here

We are passionate about our work and the incredible children and families we have the privilege to support. We have been dedicated to Community and Family Engagement since 1975, have been operating Head Start Programs since 1991, and have experience managing programs in challenging, isolated, and underserved areas. Our curricula and programs are rooted in science, and we are committed to the professional growth of minority communities. Plus, our team includes bilingual and bicultural staff to ensure inclusive and culturally sensitive care.

Don't miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a dedicated team at Centro!

Apply now and be part of our mission to empower communities through HR support.

Salary Description


$56,160 - $58,510 per year