Human Resources Specialist

IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union•Moline, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Human Resources Team at IHMVCU! At IHMVCU, we're committed to delivering personalized, community-centered financial solutions that help our members achieve their goals. We believe in the power of relationships and the importance of making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Our Human Resources team is a service-driven, collaborative partner to all departments. We lead with empathy, act as coaches, and work to create an environment where team members feel supported, informed, and empowered. We are looking for a Human Resources professional who thrives in a relationship-focused environment and is ready to contribute to a mission-centered organization. To support collaboration and strong partnerships, this role is based on-site at our Headquarters office located on River Drive in Moline, IL. Regional travel, mostly to IHMVCU locations, as needed. This role is hands-on and broad in scope. You will support key HR functions including payroll, benefits administration, recruiting, leave of absence management, and employee relations. Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations is essential, and reporting/analytics skills are highly preferred. We are hiring for either a Human Resources Specialist (3+ years of experience) or a Senior Human Resources Specialist (6+ years of experience, typically Exempt). Title and compensation will be based on experience.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in Human Resources
Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations
Reporting/analytics skills
HRIS experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment and support changing business and employee needs
Strong employee relations skills
Exercises confidentiality and ethics
Ability to apply critical thinking and balanced decision making in complex or ambiguous situations
Ability to handle variety of tasks with accuracy
Learning agility with continuous improvement mindset

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Industry certifications preferred
Creates a warm, approachable atmosphere that encourages employees to seek guidance and support both in person and through remote communication channels
Strong organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

Administer payroll with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality
Manage employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, and employee communication and ongoing education regarding available resources
Lead or support full-cycle recruiting, from job posting to onboarding, while helping create a positive candidate and new hire experience
Coordinate and monitor leaves of absence (FMLA, ADA, personal leaves, etc.)
Partner with employees and leaders to provide guidance on HR policies, performance, and employee relations matters
Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and credit-union-specific regulations
Maintain HRIS data integrity and generate reports to support decision-making
Contribute to HR process improvements and employee experience initiatives
Build collaborative relationships across departments by serving as a responsive, approachable and service-focused HR partner