HR Generalist /Payroll rep.

Human Resources Staffing Specialist
Non Unit Professional
District Education Center
Human Resources Staffing Specialist
Human Resources/Payroll
Reports To: Director of Human Resources
District Education Center
Calendar: 260/261 Days, Full Time
Position Summary The Human Resources Staffing Specialist is responsible for coordinating and supporting the District's staffing and recruitment functions to ensure positions are filled with qualified employees in a timely, efficient, and compliant manner. This position provides professional-level support throughout the employment lifecycle, including recruitment, candidate screening, hiring, onboarding, employee records, licensure and employment eligibility requirements, and personnel transactions.
The HR Staffing Specialist also provides support for the District's employee and labor relations functions. This includes participating in collective bargaining negotiations, supporting the administration of collective bargaining agreements, conducting internal employee relations investigations, and assisting with the resolution of employee relations matters. The position works closely with administrators, supervisors, employees, union representatives, candidates, and other Human Resources staff to provide responsive customer service and ensure consistent application of District policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable employment laws and regulations.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Three years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, staffing, recruitment, or a related field.
Experience coordinating recruitment, hiring, or onboarding processes.
Strong organizational, administrative, and time-management skills.
Experience providing customer service to employees, applicants, and administrators.
Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a K-12 school district or public-sector organization.
Experience conducting workplace or employee relations investigations.
Experience with HRIS, applicant tracking, onboarding, or electronic personnel systems.
Experience with recruitment of licensed teachers, paraprofessionals, support staff, or other school district positions.
Staffing, Recruitment, and Selection Consult with administrators and supervisors regarding staffing needs, position requirements, recruitment strategies, and hiring procedures.
Review applications and candidate information to ensure applicants meet established position qualifications.
Monitor vacancies and staffing activity and communicate status updates to administrators and Human Resources leadership.
Assist with recruitment initiatives, job fairs, hiring events, and other strategies designed to attract qualified candidates.
Maintain accurate and timely staffing data and vacancy information.
Coordinate with appropriate departments and outside agencies regarding employment clearances, licensure, background checks, and other hiring requirements.
Ensure new employees are appropriately entered into HR and payroll systems and that required personnel records are established.
Employee and Labor Relations Support the Director of Human Resources and other leadership in employee and labor relations matters.
Participate in collective bargaining negotiations with the District's recognized employee bargaining units, including preparation, research, documentation, and follow-up related to negotiations.
Support the administration and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements and assist with addressing contract-related questions and issues.
Conduct internal employee relations investigations involving employee complaints, workplace concerns, policy violations, and other personnel matters, as assigned.
Gather and review relevant information, conduct interviews, document findings, and prepare investigation summaries or other related documentation.
Maintain confidentiality throughout employee relations investigations and labor relations activities.
Assist with grievance resolution, employee concerns, corrective action, and other employee relations matters.
Partner with administrators and supervisors to address workplace concerns and promote consistent application of District policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements.
Consult with HR leadership and legal counsel, as appropriate, regarding employee and labor relations matters.
Maintain appropriate documentation related to investigations, grievances, negotiations, and other employee and labor relations activities.
Employee Records and HRIS Administration Establish, maintain, and update accurate and confidential employee personnel records.
Process and track personnel transactions, including new hires, transfers, promotions, changes in assignment, resignations, terminations, and other employment changes.
Maintain accurate information provided for HRIS, applicant tracking, onboarding, and other Human Resources systems.
HR Partnership and other Responsibilities Represent the District professionally in interactions with applicants, employees, administrators, union representatives, community members, and external organizations.
Assist with unemployment claims and related documentation as assigned.
Participate in Human Resources projects, initiatives, and special assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Human Resources.
Provide professional, timely, and responsive customer service to employees, applicants, administrators, supervisors, and members of the public.
Serve as a primary Human Resources contact for staffing, recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and assigned employee relations questions.
Maintain confidentiality of employee and applicant information and exercise appropriate discretion in all Human Resources matters.
Support other Human Resources functions and projects, including employee relations, labor relations, training, compliance, and special projects, as assigned.
Independent School District No, 622, North St. ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

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