HR Specialist
About The Position
Hesed House is a faith-based organization and a national model for ending homelessness. Open 24/7, 365 days a year, we serve more than 1,000 people annually through shelter, supportive housing, and a Comprehensive Resource Center. Our mission: “To feed the hungry, clothe the naked, shelter the homeless, and give people the chance to have hope again.” Our staff make the mission possible, and you'll make their experience better. Reporting to the Division Director of Operations you'll support the full employee lifecycle, from hiring and onboarding to benefits, training, and recognition, for a team of approximately 85 employees who keep our doors open around the clock. This is a great fit for an HR professional who wants broad, hands-on experience in a mission-driven setting. You'll work closely with program directors and managers and serve as a trusted, go-to resource for staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
- 2-3 years of human resources experience, ideally including recruiting and benefits administration
- Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning HRIS and applicant tracking systems
Nice To Haves
- SHRM-CP or PHR
- nonprofit or human services experience
- Spanish/English bilingual skills
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle recruiting for frontline, program, and administrative roles, partnering with hiring managers from posting through offer
- Coordinate background checks, DCFS clearances, reference checks, and employment eligibility verification
- Lead new hire orientation and create a consistent onboarding experience across programs and shifts
- Help plan and run employee recognition and engagement programs
- Support day-to-day administration of payroll inputs, benefits enrollment, and leave, and help employees navigate their benefits
- Track required training, certifications, and licensures, and follow up to keep staff current
- Answer employee and applicant questions, escalating sensitive matters to HR leadership
- Maintain accurate, confidential employee records in ADP Workforce Now and prepare routine HR reports
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, starting your first full month
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Generous PTO, including vacation, personal days, and holidays
- Counseling and therapy services
- Wellness reimbursement and cell phone reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
