Human Resources Specialist

Contact Community Services is seeking a motivated and people-centered HR Specialist to join their team. The HR Specialist will support the organization's human resources functions and foster a positive workplace culture through various HR duties including recruitment, onboarding, and compliance with employment laws. Responsibilities Support HR Manager in HR functions such as hiring, benefits administration and personnel records Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations Facilitate and monitor the implementation of standardized HR processes across the organization Ensure all data and records are maintained following privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures Support recruitment efforts by posting job ads, screening candidates, and scheduling interviews Ensure all required background checks are complete prior to hiring new employees including fingerprinting requirements Attending job fairs to represent agency and market open positions Serve as liaison for all benefits service providers Assist HR Manger with Open Enrollment and responsible for enrolling all staff Working with payroll to identify accurate deductions for employees Organize and maintain personnel records, ensuring all employee documentation is up-to-date and confidential Compile and report monthly and annual HR reports to management Assist with payroll processing by providing the department with relevant employee information, i.e., leaves of absence, sick days and work schedules Support the HR department and Senior Agency leadership in implementing programs and events to help improve the employee experience Coordinate training sessions and seminars to enhance employee skills and promote company culture Follow up with staff to ensure completion of annual mandatory staff trainings Participate in staff meetings, agency meetings and events Skills Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience in lieu of degree will be considered Preferable experience working in an office environment Knowledge of HR systems and databases Knowledge of employment/labor laws, disciplinary procedures and general human resources policies and procedures Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software Excellent organizational and time-management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to handle data with confidentiality Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and efficiency Ability to work independently and as part of a team Incumbents in this position are expected to work between 35 and 40 hours per week as job requirements dictate Occasional nights and weekends are required Effective written and oral communications skills; ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines Must be able to maintain confidentiality Reliable transportation The position will require long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers Company Overview Contact Community Services provides crisis, suicide prevention, hotline, lifeline chat, training, education, and school support services. It was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in East Syracuse, New York, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is