What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resource Specialist (Temporary) position at GOODWILL CENTRAL COAST?
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Description
Goodwill Central Coast is Hiring in the Human Resource Department
Temporary Part-Time or Full-Time through September 2025
Goodwill Central Coast builds lives, families, and communities by helping people with employment needs become successful, supported by innovative enterprises that preserve the earth’s resources.
Be a part of a mission that brings “good” home!
Are you seeking a fast-paced career in Human Resources? Goodwill Central Coast seeks a progressive, people-focused HR professional to join our team. This position is temporary through September 2025 and can be part-time or full-time. We are committed to creating meaningful experiences for all employees. As a member of the HR team, you will collaborate with a team of HR professionals.
Our team prioritizes culture and the employee experience in everything we do. The ideal candidate will be an experienced HR professional with a proven track record of building trust and fostering a sense of compliance and belonging. We seek someone genuinely passionate about creating a positive experience for others and possessing a "can-do" attitude.
Our HR team works in Salinas and serves Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Luis Obispo counties.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess the Following Qualifications and Knowledge:
Please note that no one meets all the requirements perfectly. If much of this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. This may be the next role for you if you are a fast learner, are passionate, and possess the following:
- You care about creating positive experiences for others.
- You know human resource best practices, policies/procedures, and CA employment law.
- Ability to listen with intent, internally consult (know which questions to ask), challenge assumptions, identify root causes, and recommend solutions that make sense for the business.
- Understanding of talent management and the employee lifecycle.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Knowledge of and prior experience in applicable HRIS software, Paycom preferred.
- Proficient with Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, Zoom and Canva
- Preferred advanced Excel knowledge.
- You have a prior HR background in HRIS management, implementing HR processes and programs, and analyzing and presenting HR-related data.
- You have strong project management and organizational skills.
- What You'll Be Doing.
- Represent HR and act as a key contact for various HR matters.
- Recruiting & Onboarding
- Safety
- Talent Management
- LOA
- UI
- Partner in creating and sustaining the organizational culture where everyone is valued and included, fostering a sense of belonging in an environment where employees can reach their full potential.
- You’ll guide management and staff with employee relations, performance management, policy understanding and compliance
- Provide HRIS system (Paycom) administration, reporting, audits, and employee record retention.
- Assist with publishing and administering personnel policies.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- 403b With Employer Matching
- Prescription Drug Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick
- Employee Discounts
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience preferred
- 3 years of experience in Human Resources preferred
- Bilingual, Spanish-speaking preferred
- Working knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines, including compensation, benefits, leaves of absence, workers' compensation, and HRIS (Paycom)
- Knowledgeable of state and federal employment laws, including applicable wage and hour, leave entitlement, and employment legal requirements.
- Experience within a large, complex organization is preferred
- Proficient in MS Applications, HRIS Systems, Paycom
- Willingness to work on-site and to commute to different locations if needed
Salary : $25 - $28
