HR ADMINISTRATOR

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented HR Administrator / Generalist to support the day-to-day human resources functions of Lehigh Human Support Services. This position is responsible for recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, employee records, payroll and benefits administration support, employee relations, HR compliance, and staff training coordination. The HR Administrator / Generalist will also be responsible for serving as an organizational trainer for CPR/First Aid and Pennsylvania Medication Administration, including maintaining applicable trainer credentials and administering required employee training and certification records. Strong organization, confidentiality, communication, and follow-through are essential to the successful performance of this role.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate recruitment efforts, including posting job openings, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Facilitate and oversee the employee lifecycle, including onboarding (orientation, documentation, and training coordination) and offboarding (exit interviews, documentation, and clearance).
• Serve as a CPR/First Aid Trainer for LHSS employees, including conducting initial and renewal training, maintaining required instructor credentials, and ensuring accurate completion and certification records.
• Serve as a Pennsylvania Medication Administration Trainer and Administrator, including completing and maintaining required trainer qualifications, providing Medication Administration training to applicable staff, administering required training activities, and maintaining training and certification documentation.
• Monitor employee training, certifications, and credential expiration dates and coordinate required renewals to support ongoing regulatory and organizational compliance.
• Administer payroll processes, ensuring accuracy in timesheet management, benefits enrollment, and deductions.
• Maintain and update accurate employee records, including personal information, employment status, benefits enrollment, and compliance with legal and organizational policies.
• Provide comprehensive support to employees on HR-related inquiries, resolving workplace concerns and fostering a positive work environment.
• Develop, implement, and enforce HR policies, procedures, and training programs in alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, maintaining readiness for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Prepare, review, and manage HR documents such as employment contracts, offer letters, disciplinary notices, and performance evaluations.
• Support the Director of HR in strategic initiatives, audits, and compliance reviews to enhance HR practices and operations.
• Generate and analyze HR reports, identifying trends and insights to inform decision-making.
• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including responding to employee inquiries, coordinating events, and maintaining departmental records.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a human resources role, preferably in the human services or related field.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with HRIS software (ADP)
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Certification in Human Resources (e.g. PHR, SHRM-CP)
• Current Pennsylvania Medication Administration Trainer certification is a plus.
• Current CPR/First Aid Instructor/Trainer certification is a plus.

Skills:

As an HR Administrator / Generalist, you will use strong organizational, communication, employee-relations, and time-management skills to support HR operations, maintain accurate employee records, manage HR documentation, coordinate recruitment and onboarding, and respond to employee inquiries. The role also requires the ability to organize, deliver, document, and monitor mandatory employee training, including CPR/First Aid and Pennsylvania Medication Administration. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems is required; experience with ADP and existing trainer credentials are preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional travel to other locations as needed.

Work Environment:

• Office setting with occasional field visits as required.
• Collaborative team environment focused on mission-driven work.

Compensation:

• Hourly pay range: $21.60 - $23.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week.
• Benefits include (subject to eligibility and applicable waiting periods):
  • 2 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Training
  • Paid Company-Observed Holidays
  
  

About Lehigh Human Support Services:
Lehigh Human Support Services is committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families. We strive to create a supportive, inclusive environment for our employees and the community we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Lehigh Human Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.