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Positive Regard Network Human Resources Assistant in Holyoke, Massachusetts

HOLYOKE Human Resources Assitant (Recruitment and Onboarding) In conjunction with Chief Executive Officer and Human Resources Managers, provides assistance with facilitation of Human Resources policies, programs and processes for the entire Network, to include: employee services, recruitment and onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, and safety and health. Position is full time, 52 weeks per year. Position requires: Significant experience within MS Office and Google Workplace, as well as demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, professional demeanor, and strong and effective written and verbal communication skills. One to two years experience working in HR also strongly preferred, ideally within an educational setting. 48 college credits, Associates Degree or higher, or pass ParaPro/WorkKeys to meet No Child Left Behind requirement. An Associates degree is preferred. Position Responsibilities: Coordinates recruitment/interview/hiring processes. Under the direction of the HR Manager, posts external openings to various websites/media to attract candidates, maintains Applicant Flow tracking system. Coordinates/schedules/performs interviews, assists with background checks, and provides candidate communications throughout the hiring process. Coordinates the onboarding process, to include: scheduling, material preparation, new hire communication, facilitates training sessions, follow up on required documentation and testing. As assigned, maintains Human Resources related information in Payroll/HRIS system and tracking databases, including assembly of new hire files and coordination of follow-up efforts to ensure all required documentation is provided at appropriate intervals. Assists with coordination of Employee Benefits. Maintains tracking system for timely return of required forms/documentation. Coordinates schedules for annual Open Enrollment meetings for health/dental plans and Colonial Supplemental Insurance. Represents school at job fairs, conferences, agency meetings, etc. Maintains a professional, pleasant and polite attitude at all times towards students, staff and visitors. In conjunction with the front desk Administrative Assistant, greets any guests to school and orients them until Administrator or appropriate school personnel becomes available. Serves as customer service contact for employee requests and questions. Provides necessary education and materials to employees on HR/Payroll related topics through training, assistance with locating information in Employee Guidelines and Payroll/Benefits Employee Self-Service portals, forms, documents, employment verification requests, etc. Assures that school policies and state and federal regulations with regard to confidentiality are adhered to. Displays a high level of discretion when handling employee and applicant information. Maintains and updates employee information databases in conjunction with Human Resources Manager. Participates in scheduled supervision and maintains a commitment to ongoing professional development. Serves as backup liaison for workers compensation insurance. Gathers information after work related injuries, assists staff and supervisors in thorough completion of forms. Assists Human Resources with Spanish translation, if capable and as needed, including during meetings with employees or others, often at times of high sensitivity where a high level of discretion and professionalism are required. Obtain American Red Cross First Aid/AED/ CPR instructor certification and provide new employee training and recertification training. Please note that candidates who are offered employment will be subject to background screening: CORI, SORI, DCF & SAFIS (Fingerprinting) checks

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