Human Resources Administrator

Do you have a passion for helping people? Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community and make positive changes in the lives of others? Then, we are the organization you are looking for! Join our team and make a positive impact through your profession.

5Cities Homeless Coalition is transforming lives in San Luis Obispo County, California. The Coalition strengthens the community by mobilizing resources, fostering hope, and advocating for the homeless and those facing homelessness.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Director, the Human Resources Administrator oversees and administers a variety of human resource activities, including recruitment and selection, benefit administration and enrollment including COBRA notification, workers compensation, employee training, and safety program. Interprets policies, procedures and functions, and advises managers on best practices.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $66,560 - $68,100
• 40 hours/week – Full-time, exempt position
• Eligible to enroll into benefits on the 1^st day of the month following two months from the date of hire.
• 5CHC covers 100% of the employee only cost of the Silver level PPO plan, Dental PPO and Vision coverage offered by Anthem Blue Cross.
• Life Insurance - $25,000 death benefit at no charge to the employee.
• Employee Assistance Program – Anthem
• SIMPLE IRA plan which allows eligible employees to contribute a portion of their salary toward retirement on a pre-tax basis with an employer match.
• 11 paid holidays plus one personal day per year
• Up to 12 days of Vacation Leave accrued annually, increasing after 3 years of service
• 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave each calendar year

Essential Functions

• Stays current on federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Acts as a point person for all staff and management, providing updated legal posters and training, as necessary.
• Participates in monthly manager meetings and advises best practices on human resource issues.
• Answers inquiries and advises or assists internal and external customers by phone, in person and in writing; educates employees and supervisors on personnel rules, policies and procedures and benefits.
• Coordinates the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes for new and promotional employment opportunities.
• Acts as Custodian of Records for DOJ criminal history reports and administers the California DMV Pull Program.
• Coordinates employee benefits and open enrollment periods, and maintains compliance with the Affordable Care Act.
• Tracks leaves of absence and prepares appropriate notices to employees.
• Completes the filing of first reports and coordinates return to work for workers compensation injuries.
• Responds to EDD on routine unemployment and disability claim notices.
• Acts as the Training Coordinator for the organization.
• Acts as the Risk Manager/Safety Program Coordinator for the organization.
• Maintains related records and ensures accuracy and appropriate retention.
• Regular, routine attendance.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in any discipline at a minimum; four-year college degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years of increasingly responsible human resources, business operations and/or administrative support experience in community organizations, government agencies, non-profit organizations or businesses.
• Knowledge of basic principles and practices of human resources.
• Knowledge of Federal, state and local laws and ordinances governing employment practices and procedures.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain policies, procedures, and practices of human resource administration.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, able to work independently, and ability to work with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create and maintain collaborative work relationships within the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Proficient with MS Office software, able to enter data into standard computer formats and produce correspondence and reports with speed and accuracy sufficient to perform assigned work.
• Ability to work well with a diverse population, including clients, donors, community partners, and co-workers.

Other Requirements (may be met at time of hire)

• Successful completion of background screening.
• Current tuberculosis test 
• CPR/First Aid Certification

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed mostly indoors in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate in an office setting. Sometimes work may become stressful when working under pressure. The employee may be in contact with individuals and families in crisis who may be ill, using alcohol and drugs, and who may not be attentive to basic personal hygiene, health and safety practices. The employee must be ready to respond quickly and effectively to many types of situations, including crisis situations and potentially hostile situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, walk, climb stairs, stoop, talk, hear, reach above and below shoulders, and use hand and finger dexterity for keyboarding and making and receiving telephone calls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee may be subjected to outside environmental conditions. The employee may be required on occasion to lift and/or carry up to 20 lbs.
 

5Cities Homeless Coalition is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, the presence of any physical or mental disability (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

As with all positions at 5Cities Homeless Coalition, the individual filling this position is expected to work with a diverse workforce, optimize their personal performance, work safely at all times, willingly collaborate with coworkers and supervisors to work more efficiently and effectively. They are expected to add their talents and ideas toward attaining our Mission: strengthening our community by mobilizing resources, fostering hope, and advocating for the unhoused and those facing homelessness.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Salary : $66,560 - $68,100