Human Resource Specialist

Human Resources AssistantUnder general supervision, assist employees and the Human Resources (HR) team in delivering a full spectrum of HR services, including recruitment, payroll, leave management, onboarding, employee transactions, and possibly safety or other related areas. Serve as a resource for employees and answer general HR questions. Process personnel information and handle highly confidential material. Respond promptly and professionally to the needs of internal and/or external customer requests or questions. Front-facing role supporting employees, customers, and contractors. May provide backup support to other administrative positions.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist department and/or office staff, performing any combination of clerical duties including answering phones, checking in/out contractors, filing, sorting, receiving, classifying, reconciling and summarizing documents and informationPerform recruiting activities for the location such as resume screening, scheduling interviews, reference checks, background check/testing completion, etc.Act as backup Administer for payroll processing (e.g., tracking, auditing, transmitting, and correcting payroll transactions)Assist with or facilitate the new hire onboarding processServe as a liaison to employees with employee benefits questions; assist with new hire benefit enrollment and open enrollmentFacilitate leave management to ensure smooth transactions between employees, leave management system, payroll, and benefitsRespond to HR inquiries either directly to the requested party or provide background information for HR management team members regarding the inquiryMaintain various records, spreadsheets, logs, etc. Compile and generate regular and special reports using established formats and procedures, i.e. Plant Production downtime and tracking reports in Excel and Power BI.Maintain required employment law postings in assigned locationSupport employee engagement process and actively participate in/plan/recommend employee recognition or appreciation eventsCoordinate training activities; ensure that new hire and employee training is completed in a timely manner and attend monthly DairyU coordinator meetingsSchedule and organize onsite, off-site, or virtual meetings; prepare materials for meetingsThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as requiredEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalentUndergraduate degree and/or human resource course work preferred1 to 3 years of human resource experience preferredCertification and/or License – may be required during course of employmentGreat opportunity for recent grad or individual seeking to grow in the HR field!Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systemsKnowledge of applicable federal and state employment lawsAble to discreetly handle sensitive/confidential employee informationAble to maintain confidentiality of informationAble to demonstrate a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness in executed tasksAble to respond courteously and efficiently to inquiries, complaints, and requestsAble to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writingAble to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)Able to multi-task and organize own work activitiesMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishAn Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans