Human Resources Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Support onboarding activities, including processing new hires, maintaining personnel records, and ensuring completion of required employment documentation
• Conduct and track all pre-employment background checks in accordance with SCO policies and oversight agency requirements, including OCFS, OMH, and OPWDD, as well as State Central Registry (SCR), Justice Center, and related clearances
• Care for fingerprinting and clearance processes, ensuring all candidates meet regulatory requirements prior to hire or within required timeframes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee data in the HRIS, including personnel files, compliance documentation, and audit-ready records
• Offer guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Aid in handling employee relations matters by supporting investigations, documentation, and follow-up actions in partnership with HR leadership
• Support HR functions including benefits administration, compensation changes, performance management, and employee engagement activities
• Engage in HR-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of HR or administrative experience, preferably in a regulated environment
• Knowledge of HR compliance requirements, including background check processes and regulatory agency standards (OCFS, OMH, OPWDD preferred)
• Experience working with HRIS and/or applicant tracking systems
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism