Human Resources Specialist

About the role

The Human Resource Specialist will administer various human resources functions relative to an employee’s life cycle. The HR Specialist is responsible for ensuring the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including recruitment/interviewing, onboarding/hiring, facilitate orientation, handling HR transactions/changes, assisting with training initiatives, HRIS updates, general HR inquiries, and offboarding. Facilitation of benefit enrollment, leave management, reconciliation of monthly invoices, tracking related compliance and other areas of the Human Resources departmental functions. Work location: Monday‑Friday 8:00‑5:00, on‑site at CARTA headquarters in Chattanooga, TN. Physical requirements: prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; must be able to lift 15 pounds at times; must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non‑mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments (safety training, anti‑harassment training, professional licensure, aptitude exams and certifications).
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Facilitates new hire orientation, employee recognition programs and exit interviews, to ensure a positive work experience.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including compensation, benefits, leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Oversees employment‑related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Assists Director in researching and drafting healthy human resources policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and innovative technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field; or 5 to 7 years HR related experience in lieu of education.
• At least 3 years of proven experience as recruiter for all levels of an organization up to Director level.
• At least 3 years of proven HR generalist, specialist or other similar role.
• Working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines, including employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state employment laws.
• Knowledge of HRIS databases highly preferred (NetSuite, UKG, and similar).
• Union experience highly preferred.
• Certification: SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR or SPHR highly preferred.

Pay

$57,000‑67,000 dependent upon experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Pension plan
• Paid time off

Schedule

Monday‑Friday 8:00‑5:00 (on‑site)