Staffing Specialist

Location: Long Island City
Schedule: 5 days/week in office to start
Position type: Contract-to-Hire

About the role

The Staffing Specialist works under the direction of HR Management and supports the corporate and field operations team to manage the full recruitment and onboarding cycle for temporary facilities and janitorial team members. This position is also responsible for managing the applicant tracking system.

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, and onboard staffing replacements.
• Schedule and forecast interview appointments depending on staffing needs.
• Execute the hiring and application process according to company practices and legal compliance.
• Handle/coordinate new hire orientation and onboarding by reviewing company guidelines, work expectations, rules, and practices.
• Process background checks in compliance with company practices and client-specific requirements.
• Enroll employees in the time and attendance system (CTR) and process activity changes as necessary.
• Monitor union card submissions and union dues.
• Interact with the payroll team in an effective and positive manner to process and resolve payroll-related issues according to regulations and legal compliance.
• Elevate labor or client concerns to the HR Supervisor / HR Management team as necessary.
• Assist in operating the main operations department reception line in a professional and courteous manner when necessary.

Requirements

• High School Degree minimum. College Degree in business or HR highly desired.
• Spanish communication skills are a must.
• Solid consultation and interviewing skills; strong oral and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to work in a highly fast-paced environment and operate multiple phone lines.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Suite systems.
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard for accuracy.
• Excellent leadership, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise positively with all levels of management and field teams.
• Self-starter able to work with a high degree of urgency and under pressure.
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment while also able to work well independently.
• Ability to prioritize work and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Basic understanding of all HR guidelines and policies, organizational development, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, and operations is preferred.

Pay

$30/hour