HR Coordinator

Purpose of Position:

The HR Coordinator assists with all functions of the HR Department. This position requires the ability to establish priorities, handle sensitive/confidential material and situations, and provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists with obtaining data from external resources to ensure Dorchester remains competitive with its salaries and benefits as applicable. Assists with preparation for presentation to senior level management.
• Collaborates with department heads and employees to ensure the County attracts, develops, and retains a diverse and talented workforce while promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Assists posting job openings on relevant platforms and coordinates recruitment efforts. Becomes proficient with HRIS recruiting platforms.
• Assists with screening resumes for consistency and adherence to applicable laws and regulations. Assists with dispositioning applications in HR System.
• Provides guidance to supervisors, employees, and candidates and ensures consistent application on employment practices and the administration of HR policies and procedures, and labor laws.
• Assists maintaining position description files.
• Assist coordinating, developing and delivering training initiatives on HR related and other policy topics.
• Assists with comprehensive onboarding programs and conducts new employee orientation sessions to familiarize new employees with organizational information, which includes County policies, benefit information, government required forms, etc.
• Maintains current and accurate employment related records on County employees and assists with data entry of same into HRIS (Human Resources Information System) platforms.
• Assists with coordinating and implementing employee engagement events.
• Perform searches for qualified job candidates, using sources such as computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media advertisements, job fairs, recruiting firms, or employee referrals. This can include reviewing dispositioned resumes.
• Researches and makes recommendations for enhanced employee benefits, considering budget allowances.
• Assists with maintenance of headcount/vacancy reporting.
• Trends hiring, turnover and employee feedback initiatives.
• Represents the County professionally with integrity. Complies with all County policies and Rules & Regulations. Supports special projects and initiatives as assigned. Stays current on industry trends and best practices in HR.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Certifications (minimum qualifications):

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field with three years of experience in Human Resources, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRMSCP, SPHR, SHRMCP or PHR) preferred.
• Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills (orally and in writing).
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong problemsolving and decisionmaking abilities.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Familiar with Applicant Tracking Systems and HRIS

Physical requirements and working environment:

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a computer, copier, telephone, and communications equipment. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to exert up to twenty pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to ten pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for light work.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and traverse department and community for extended periods. Capable of ascending stairs and pedestrian areas as needed.
• Clear vision and hearing, including the ability to communicate effectively in various environments.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Other:

• May be required to work on religious holidays
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Must work cooperatively with others
• When position requires vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by Dorchester’s safe driving policy

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance:

Dorchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Dorchester County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

About Dorchester County

Dorchester County is called “The Heart of the Eastern Shore” because its mid-shore location and its geographic configuration is heart-shaped. Throughout history, renowned individuals have called Dorchester County home: Harriet Tubman, the “Moses of her people,” who risked her life time and again to help dozens of enslaved people find freedom through the Underground Railroad in the mid-1800s; Annie Oakley, famed sharpshooter who lived here in the early 1900s; and Anna Ella Carroll, President Lincoln’s secret adviser and military strategist.