What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Representative - Temporary position at ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES?
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About Us:
At Encompass Community Services we provide our community with a wide range of services related to family & social well-being, early childhood education, behavioral health, housing and more. Every day through these services we work to make health, education and housing more equitable for all people in Santa Cruz County. For more than 40 years our work has touched generations by helping people have access to education, rebuild relationships, restore their health and regain dignity.
Head Start has been improving the lives of low-income children and families in Santa Cruz County since 1965 through high quality, comprehensive child development, and family support services. Head Start supports school readiness and promotes healthy families through delivery of education, health, and social services. Join us, to be part of Learning Community that supports professional growth and goals.
JOB SUMMARY:
We are looking for a highly organized individual with excellent communication skills to assist managers and candidates through the pre-hire process. The HR Representative will be supporting recruitment and hiring and implement program’s hiring procedures to ensure the program is fully staffed. Position is responsible for completing and maintaining assigned hiring tasks/procedure in accordance with Agency’s policy, Federal and State laws and head Start Performance Standard. Position will be very comfortable with technology and systems which you will use to conduct credential verifications, create and store electronic records, and generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Other responsibilities or support include workers compensation, safety, research, and onboarding. As the HR Representative, you will be a highly confidential individual who will demonstrate problem-solving abilities and the flexibility to adjust or prioritize daily responsibilities. Position is temporary. Work schedule is 30 hours per week Monday-Friday; may require occasional weekend, evening work. Salary range is $23-$25 per hour. Pay differential for bilingual skills awarded upon qualification. Position based out of Watsonville office, in-person.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ensure compliance in hiring process and documentation for new employees
• Work Closely with program Hiring Managers through the Agency’s hiring processes
• Primary contact for employee satisfaction communications and endeavors
• Track and communicate timeline and projected completion of hiring process
• Collaborate with Hiring Managers to keep the hiring process moving forward
• Research upcoming job/career fair/events opportunities; represent program by attending the most appropriate events to support recruiting efforts
• Prepare and post job opportunities
• Communicate with internal and external candidates
• Responsible for applicant tracking and maintaining all pertinent applicant data in the HRIS Job Requisitions
• Conduct background checks and other pre-employment requirements
• Collect and store necessary information for yearly audits
• Collect personnel paperwork, create of program files, and maintain onsite personnel records
• Use online systems to monitor credentials and licensing
• Workers Compensation point of contact for claims processing, monitoring, and reporting
• Back up for leave of absence administration
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual credential and licensing reports
• Perform administrative and clerical duties necessary to the position
• Support Senior HR Representative with recruiting tasks, as needed
• Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
• Minimum HS Diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in human resources (area of hiring is strongly preferred)
• Strong computer literacy required (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint preferred)
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in daily operations and conduct business in professional manner
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Criminal Record Clearance, Physical examination, TB
• Provide own transportation; Valid Driver’s License, vehicle insurance and good driving record
• Proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States
Preferred:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources
• 2 years’ experience in office administration
• Previous experience using HR systems (ADP and learning management)
• Data management, reporting, and analysis
• Resourceful and results-oriented
• Strong sense of initiative
Wages & Benefits:
Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive medical and dental insurance plan for full time employees, 403(b) retirement plan, paid holiday, and sick time, pro-rated for positions less than 40 hours a week.
Encompass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. We are committed to excellence through diversity and strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all clients and employees.
Our programs recognize the value of racial, ethnic, cultural and linguistic diversity and strive toward a culture of trauma-informed practice, with the overarching goal of ensuring that all services promote healing, and integrate the values and standards of providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services.
Qualifications
Salary : $23 - $25
