Human Resources Specialist

Ho-Chunk • Detroit Lakes, MN

1d • $49,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Summary: Responsible for supporting all facets of the HR department including administrative functions. Advises employees and management on company policy and procedure. Supports in the oversight of employee request and requirements, ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met. Assists department in carrying out various administrative duties, special projects, and human resource functions as needed. Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $49,000 - $55,000 Comprehensive federal benefits package available to full-time employees, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan participation. Essential Functions: Prepare or maintain employment records related to events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions using Ceridian HRIS system. Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork including benefits Sources candidates through multiple platforms (job boards, social media, Company website, job fairs, etc.) and analyzes results. Reviews documents for accuracy and compliance Schedule or conduct new employee orientations Corresponds with drug testing facility and schedules employees for random screenings. Conducts new hire onboardings and orientation Promotes company culture and values through monthly engagement events including special milestone and recognition events Complies with local union collective bargaining agreement and Company handbook policies Promotes community outreach through partnership with local schools, internship programs and community events. Collects data and analyzes reports, decisions and results of department in relation to established goals. Prepares reports and other related documents for the Department of Labor and other federal and state agencies as required on an annual or ad hoc basis. Prepares and administers department audits as directed (I-9’s, employee files, etc.) Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars. Follows up with Hiring managers and employees at the 30, 60 and 90 period to ensure the processes are being followed and new hires feel supported. Communicates with employees or applicants regarding HR policies and procedures. Provides support during the Performance Management process (i.e. helping coordinate kickoff, scheduling trainings, tracking status, providing support to employees at all levels, etc.) Provides support during open enrollment Maintains strict confidentiality with sensitive materials. Utilize the HRIS software program to maintain appropriate up-to-date data on employee information and statistics. Maintains up-to-date knowledge regarding employment laws and compliance. Researches state laws in other parts of the country. All other job duties and special projects assigned by immediate supervisor Maintains a favorable working relationship with all employees to promote a cooperative and harmonious working environment. Performs all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Leadership
• Teamwork Orientation
• Technical Capacity
• Communication Proficiency
• Initiative
• Decision Making
• Customer/Client Focus
• Thorough knowledge of laws affecting human resources administration
• Basic understanding of applicant tracking systems and HR software
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft office products
• Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of management, both local and long distance
• Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and written
• Maintains a valid driver’s license and be insurable under company insurance provider/program
• Job requires being reliable, responsible and dependable, and fulfilling obligations
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or board of directors.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Associate s or Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university preferred or equivalent combination of education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or maintain employment records related to events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions using Ceridian HRIS system.
• Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork including benefits
• Sources candidates through multiple platforms (job boards, social media, Company website, job fairs, etc.) and analyzes results.
• Reviews documents for accuracy and compliance
• Schedule or conduct new employee orientations
• Corresponds with drug testing facility and schedules employees for random screenings.
• Conducts new hire onboardings and orientation
• Promotes company culture and values through monthly engagement events including special milestone and recognition events
• Complies with local union collective bargaining agreement and Company handbook policies
• Promotes community outreach through partnership with local schools, internship programs and community events.
• Collects data and analyzes reports, decisions and results of department in relation to established goals.
• Prepares reports and other related documents for the Department of Labor and other federal and state agencies as required on an annual or ad hoc basis.
• Prepares and administers department audits as directed (I-9’s, employee files, etc.)
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.
• Follows up with Hiring managers and employees at the 30, 60 and 90 period to ensure the processes are being followed and new hires feel supported.
• Communicates with employees or applicants regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Provides support during the Performance Management process (i.e. helping coordinate kickoff, scheduling trainings, tracking status, providing support to employees at all levels, etc.)
• Provides support during open enrollment
• Maintains strict confidentiality with sensitive materials.
• Utilize the HRIS software program to maintain appropriate up-to-date data on employee information and statistics.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge regarding employment laws and compliance.
• Researches state laws in other parts of the country.
• All other job duties and special projects assigned by immediate supervisor
• Maintains a favorable working relationship with all employees to promote a cooperative and harmonious working environment.
• Performs all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal benefits package available to full-time employees, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan participation.

What This Job Offers

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