Human Resources Specialist

About the role

The Human Resources Specialist supports Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc., a holding company with various subsidiaries serving the federal government and commercial enterprises. The position is essential for maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Processes HR transactions and maintains employee records
• Prepares and reviews recruitment materials and coordinates interviews
• Supports recruitment actions and ensures regulatory compliance
• Facilitates the onboarding process and manages new-hire paperwork
• Addresses routine employee questions and escalates complex issues
• Utilizes HR information systems to input, retrieve, and compile data
• Prepares HR metrics and reports for leadership decision-making
• Supports benefits enrollment and resolves employee benefit issues
• Coordinates logistics for training sessions and develops training materials
• Communicates and implements HR policies and procedures across the organization
• Manages HR calendars and schedules meetings

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Security Access
• U.S. Citizenship only due to government requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of relevant experience in HR
• Active and current DEU certification

Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of automated HR/personnel systems such as USA Staffing, eOPF, and the National Finance Center systems. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Physical demands include sitting, reaching, handling objects, operating tools, computers, and controls; occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Skills

• Knowledge of HR laws and regulations
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency with HR information systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Benefits

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), family planning/fertility assistance, STD/LTD/basic life insurance, legal aid program, employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off (PTO), and observance of federal holidays.

Pay

The estimated pay range for this role is $70K to $77K, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.

Schedule

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, speak and hear, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and expose to general office noise with computers, printers, and light traffic.