Human Resources Specialist

Wage: $22.00/ hour 

Customer Services Experience Required

JOB SUMMARY: Performs a variety of human resources administration functions, including conducting hiring processes, recruiting, entering associate information into the automated resource system, retention program, orientation classes, and other duties assigned.

1. Prepares state/city board security applications daily; coordinates licensing activity with supervisors and issues guard cards upon receipt; advises appropriate management staff of any irregularities encountered in an individual’s licensing procedure.

2. Assists with the recruitment, screening, interviewing, hiring and orientation of new employees; prepares necessary paperwork for personnel files.

3. Assists with maintaining officer training records.

4. Records associate information, such as: personal and tax data; compensation and benefits data; attendance; performance reviews or evaluations; and termination date and reason.

5. Updates and maintains confidential personnel files to document personnel actions and to provide information for payroll and other uses.

6. Examines personnel files to answer inquiries; provides information to authorized persons.

7. Compiles data from personnel records and prepares reports using typewriter or computer.

8. Manages the uniform process and maintain the uniform room.

9. Performs tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for assigned office.

10. Teaches New Hire Orientation Class

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY
Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D. and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company.

Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing):
• Understanding of human resources administrative processes.
• Thorough understanding of standard office procedures and practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mathematical concepts including computation of rates, ratios, percentages, averages, and reconciliation. 
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
• Ability to use personal computers and office productivity software.
• Good interviewing skills.
• Ability to write original correspondence.
• Planning, organizing, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with emotional or confrontational circumstances.
• Ability to be an effective team member and handle projects responsibly.
• Courteous telephone manner.
• Strong customer and results orientation.
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work supervised and unsupervised.

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands)
With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey.
• Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Computer usage.
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
• May be required to use vehicle for the performance of duties.
• Regular talking and hearing.
• Occasional walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.