What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Specialist position at WATERCRESS FINANCIAL GROUP LLC?
We are seeking a Part-Time (15-25 hours per week) HR Specialist to support our growing team, with a primary focus on recruiting, interview coordination, and learning management. This role will be responsible for sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, and managing the hiring process while also facilitating employee training through the company’s Learning Management System (LMS). Additionally, the HR Specialist will provide support in payroll, onboarding, compliance, employee relations, and HR administration. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing multiple HR functions in a fast-paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop job postings.
- Utilize job boards, social media, and networking to attract top talent.
- Schedule phone interviews, in-person interviews, coordinate logistics, and communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Conduct initial phone screenings and assess candidate qualifications.
- Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR records.
- Assist with new hire onboarding and offer letters as needed.
- Conduct background & credit checks.
- Support managers in identifying learning and development needs.
- Coordinate training to be completed through the Watercress Learning Management System.
- Assist in preparing and processing payroll in the absence of the primary payroll processor, ensuring timely and accurate payroll distribution.
- Assist in updating company policies and procedures such as the handbook and other onboarding documents.
- Support other HR functions, such as employee engagement, compliance, and reporting, as time allows.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associates degree in Human Resource Management or Business related fields or 2 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition or HR generalist roles.
- HR Certification- PHR, SHRM-CP are a plus but not required
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting platforms.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in HR-related tasks such as onboarding, compliance, and employee relations is a plus.
