HR & Recruiting Specialist

Duties

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for assigned positions, with a focus on local and regional hiring needs
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, job requirements, and workforce planning
• Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract qualified candidates
• Source candidates through job boards, community outreach, colleges, and local partnerships
• Screens applicants, conduct interviews, and provide hiring recommendations
• Cook interviews, candidate communications, and offer processes
• Manage job postings, applicant tracking, and pre-employment activities (background checks, drug screens, etc.)
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of candidates for high-turnover and critical roles
• Represent the organization at job fairs, community events, and recruiting initiatives

Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Assist in coordinating onboarding processes to ensure a smooth and positive new hire experience
• Support new hire orientation and ensure completion of required documentation
• Partner with managers to ensure successful employee integration and engagement

HR Operations & Employee Support

• Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers, responding to questions related to policies, procedures, and HR programs
• Maintain accurate employee records and data within HRIS/ATS systems
• Aid in employee status changes, documentation, and personnel file maintenance
• Assist with performance management processes and other HR initiatives as needed
• Aid in policy updates, compliance tracking, and HR reporting

Benefits Administration Support

• Serve as backup support to the Benefits Manager as needed
• Aid in benefits enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries
• Support open enrollment processes and related communications
• Help coordinate benefits documentation, tracking, and compliance requirements

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and tribal employment laws, including Title 22 requirements
• Stay current on HR and recruiting trends and recommend process improvements
• Aid in developing and implementing HR procedures and best practices
• Aid in special HR projects and initiatives as assigned