Human Resources Representative - Akron (HCM Analyst)

State of Ohio • Akron, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Representative provides vital onsite HR support for employees at the Akron ODJFS location. As the primary HR point of contact, the selected candidate will handle a wide range of employee and business services needs, including HR, Labor Relations, Training, Facilities, and general administrative support. This position will help maintain reliable local HR coverage while supporting agency-wide hiring processes and onboarding efforts. In this role, you will perform core HR functions such as processing personnel actions, coordinating recruitment and hiring steps, responding to employee inquiries, and supporting local engagement efforts. The incumbent will also manage onsite logistics like workspace readiness, badge coordination, IT access, and other essential onboarding activities.

Requirements

• 24 months experience in human resources.
• Completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business, or public administration.
• 12 months experience as a Human Capital Management Associate, 64611.
• The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the onsite HR contact for all employees at the Akron facility, providing guidance on HR policies, leave administration, benefits navigation, timekeeping, and HR systems.
• Compose, process, and enter personnel actions, including ePAR transactions and related documentation.
• Deploy recruitment methods, build and advertise vacancies and job postings, and carry out established hiring processes.
• Screen applications to determine whether minimum qualifications are met and assist supervisors with additional screening criteria when needed.
• Coordinate recruitment tasks such as compiling applicant lists, scheduling interviews or assessments, and supporting both onsite and virtual interview processes.
• Onboard new employees, collect required documentation, conduct background checks, and prepare selection packages.
• Manage local onboarding logistics, including workspace and equipment readiness, badge issuance, IT access coordination, and welcoming new employees.
• Respond to inquiries from employees and the general public, and provide early-stage assistance for workplace concerns or policy questions, referring complex matters to Labor Relations or Workforce Administration when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate human resources records, prepare related reports, and support entry of OAKS information.
• Assist higher-level HCM or administrative staff on special assignments, reports, and cross-team projects.
• Support local internal engagement, culture initiatives, and communication activities.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree