HR Specialist

Description

SUMMARY:

The Human Resource (HR) Specialist is responsible for performing HR-related duties focused on an HR functional area(s) to include talent acquisition, onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, leave management, performance management, employee relations, and/or offboarding. Works closely with HR management and business managers in providing specialized HR support to designated regions or groups.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Performs specialized human resources duties and functions in support of department operations.
• Participates in recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefits, leave management, performance management, and/or talent management processes.
• Administers various human resource plans, procedures, and processes for all organization personnel.
• Communicates with employees and/or people managers to resolve questions or concerns. Escalates to HR management as needed.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with employees and managers.
• Updates, maintains and audits human resource information and/or employee records for data integrity and generates reports as needed or as requested.
• Evaluates and recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations; stays current with HR regulations.
• Maintain strict employee privacy and confidentiality when dealing with employee records.
• Act in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Company.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with employees, visitors, physicians and vendors.
• Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policies.
• Keep commitments and keep direct supervisor informed of work progress, timetables, and issues.
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations (e.g., OSHA, WC, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices). 
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:

REQUIRED:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 3-5 years’ work experience in Human Resources.

DESIRABLE:

• HR experience in the healthcare industry preferred.
• ADP HRIS system experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS:

• PHR or SPHR Certification a plus.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES/TALENTS:

• HR knowledge and expertise.
• Relationship management with all levels of employees.
• Ability to manage projects with varying degrees of complexity.
• Compliance, confidentiality and ethics; global and cultural awareness.
• Ability to design and deliver training and training programs.
• Team player and individual contributor coupled with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to provide guidance to less experienced team members.
• Computer proficiency including knowledge of Word, Excel and use of standard office equipment; ADP knowledge a plus.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries from customers, staff, vendors, or other members of the business community.
• Ability to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pressure.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures and work independently with little guidance.
• Ability to address others professionally and respectfully by actions, words and deeds.
• Detail oriented, organized, process focused, problem solver, self-motivated, proactive, customer service focused.
• Display independent judgment by willingness to make timely and accurate decisions based on available information that is sometimes vague or limited in nature.
• Ability to multitask effectively and work in a fast paced and sometimes ambiguous environment, without compromising quality of work.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects with limited direction, while understanding and contributing to the success of the organization.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters whi