What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at Diakon?
Diakon is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries and Affordable Housing.
General Responsibilities:
- Sources, recruits, screens, and interviews qualified candidates.
- Responsible for providing quality guidance and support to operational leadership in the areas of employee relations, worker’s compensation, training, safety, and employee health.
- Responsible for the successful onboarding of new team members through orientation, training, and engagement.
- Delivers new hire orientation, training, and support programs.
- Works collaboratively with managers to effectively address employee relations matters such as worker’s compensation, disciplines, performance improvements plans, separations, complaints, etc.
- Assists with the internal and external complaint process including but not limited to; compliance, PHRC, EEOC complaints.
- Ensures employee records are up-to-date and accurate to meet internal protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Places advertisements on relevant websites and in publications, attends job fairs and events in the community, and represents Diakon in the community.
- Some travel will be required.
Education/Training: A BS or BA degree in Business, Communications, Human Behavior, or a related field of study normally required.
Experience: A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in related positions required.
ADA: Ability to sit, stand, lift, bend, reach, push, and pull items weighing up to 25 lbs.; visual and auditory skills.
Compensation and Benefits:
Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Day 1 Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Tuition Assistance – up to $15,000 annually
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Voluntary short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Referral bonuses of up to $3,000.
Staff receive excellent training through a comprehensive paid general orientation including customer service training. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund, which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund, which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations.
Diakon is an equal opportunity employer.
EOE/M/F/VETS/Disabled
