An Exciting Career Opportunity is Available in a Place Where Other Come to Visit!
Located along the pristine harbor in the heart of historic Charleston, the South Carolina Aquarium has been inspiring visitors for over twenty years. From our over 5,000 animals to our award-winning education team, from the Sea Turtle Care Center™ to our conservation programs protecting local species, visitors are struck with awe and inspiration as they journey through all our exhibits, representing the mountains to the sea of South Carolina.
About the South Carolina Aquarium
We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums with a mission to inspire conservation of the natural world by exhibiting and caring for animals, by excelling in education and research and by providing an exceptional visitor experience. We invite you to join the #1 visitor attraction located in one of the Top Cities in the World (Conde Nast, 2023).
At the South Carolina Aquarium, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Our culture is built on having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together to increase our capacity to serve our visitors and fulfill our mission. It brings us together in ways that help us stand out. We welcome people from all walks of life into our team and encourage people of color, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.
Job Summary:
The Human Resources Generalist will play a pivotal role in our Team Development and Culture department, assisting in the administration and execution of various HR programs. From talent management to training and development, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Join us in our mission to inspire conservation and make a difference in one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Apply today with your resume and cover letter.
Essential Functions:
Human Resources Administration

• Serves as the department's point of contact for the management of HRIS. Further, takes the lead on HRIS servicing and feature implementation.
• Assists with the administration of the organization's 401(k) plan; participates in 401K Advisory committee; participates in annual Plan audit and provides documentation for the filing of form 5500.
• Consults with third party benefit brokers to manage and analyze benefit programs.
• Coordinates benefit administration to include providing claim resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and communicating information to employees.
• Assists with Workers Compensation administration and processing all recordable incidents.
• Prepares and maintains the team's SharePoint site, policies, and procedures.
• Acts as counsel to management and employees.
• Insures the consistent application of policies and procedures and fair treatment of all staff.
• Participates in developing departmental goals, objectives, budgets, and systems.

Culture

• Active member of the People Team committee, focusing on internal culture and planning staff socials.
• Active participation in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
• Provides institutional training and development initiatives.
• Be a go-to resource for employee inquiries, concerns, and grievances, promoting a harmonious work environment.

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Primary point of contact for applicant tracking system; trains hiring managers on its use.
• Conducts recruitment and onboarding efforts for staff.
• Assists with new employee orientation.
• Updates job descriptions, as necessary.

Training and Staff Development

• Serves as the organization's administrator of the Learning Management System.
• Coordinate training initiatives, supporting employee growth and career development.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Assists in upholding safety-related protocols.

Reporting

• Responsible for regular Human Capital reports to senior leadership.
• Performs compliance-based reporting.
• Gathers and analyzes data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates.
• Conducts regular audits for compensation and benefits.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports the mission by participating in Aquarium sponsored programs and events on a regular basis.
• Adhere to the South Carolina Aquarium Policies and Procedures.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars at the request of the Director.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of Human Resource administration.
• Exceptional listening skills.
• Possess a sharp attention to detail.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality and discretion.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with Diversity and Inclusion planning is preferred.
• Knowledge of employment law.
• Highly committed to excellence, honesty and productivity.
• Proficient with MS Office Products and typical HRIS systems
• Interpersonal and proactive problem-solving skills, including conflict resolution.

Education and Experience:

• BS degree in Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Three (3) years of experience in the HR field.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred

Physical and Working Requirements:

• Occasional travel and late nights required.
• 100% normal office environment with average walking, standing, bending, stooping, crouching, sitting and computer and phone tasks required.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment
• Contact with customers, outside vendors, and the public.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel classified.
The South Carolina Aquarium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.