HR Specialist

The HR Specialist is responsible for supporting the Human Resources Organization by handling various functions including Talent Acquisition, Onboarding and Talent Development. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, highly organized and have experience handling highly sensitive information professionally and confidentially.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

Assist in managing the full recruitment life cycle, from candidate sourcing to onboarding.

Screen resumes and conduct initial phone screens for assigned roles.

Support hiring managers with candidate selection and offers.

Track and process employee referral bonus program.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of recruitment activity

Create exceptional experience for all candidates by maintaining relationships and communicating throughout the hiring process.

Onboarding and Offboarding

Facilitate the onboarding process including conducting new hire orientation. Manage the pre-employment process including ordering equipment and employee set up. Ensure a smooth transition for employees exiting the company. Conduct exit interviews and ensure that employees are removed from the HR system. Maintain accurate employee records and ensure confidentiality of personal information

HR Support

Address employee questions and share with the appropriate HR functional leader for guidance and response to the employee. Liaison between employees and HR leadership ensures that operations run smoothly, and employees are supported effectively. Suggest improvements to HR processes, workflows to enhance efficiency. Provide support to Talent Development function – schedule training sessions, workshops events, and seminars ensuring timely communication with participants. Maintain accurate training records and documentation. Run reports and create presentations as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree 2-3 years of HR experience

Experience in an HR or People operations role that includes recruiting, onboarding, and HR reporting

Proven track record in a fast-paced results-oriented environment

Strong networking and relationship building skills, self-driven and highly motivated.

Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information accurately and discreetly.

Excellent written verbal interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels within the organization.

Experience with Ceridian Dayforce

Knowledge of federal and state employment laws

Equal Employment Opportunity:

At Penn Foster Group we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that embraces and celebrates diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive base salary, plus a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, generous paid time off, sponsored volunteer opportunities, parking & commuter benefits, a 401K with a company match, plus free access to all of our online programs.