Hr Specialist

THE ROLE:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of 6 years customer service-related experience required
• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time
• Knowledge of legal policies and procedures related to hiring practices (i.e., equal employment opportunity and affirmative action)
• Knowledge of benefit and pay-scale systems
• Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback
• Proven experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel

The person who secures this role will:

• Advise managers and employees on state and federal employment regulations, collective agreements, benefit and compensation policies, personnel procedures, and classification program
• Evaluate job positions, determining classification, exempt or non-exempt status, and salary
• Prepare occupational classifications, job descriptions and salary scales
• Assist in preparing and maintaining personnel records and handbooks
• Prepare reports, such as organization, flow cards, and career path reports, to summarize job analysis, evaluation, and compensation analysis information