Human Resource Specialist

Summary of Position Functions:Performs complex administrative tasks and provides administrative support to the Human Resources Director. Plans, organizes, and develops staff training activities on and off-center. Major Duties and Responsibilities: * Plans, organizes, and develops staff training activities on and off-center to validate, improve, and maintain staff skills and competencies. * Reviews PRH and Regional guidelines for staff training requirements and develops annual staff training plans. * Works with department managers to ensure new hires are acquiring education and skills required to perform their job functions. * Works with HR Director and department managers to develop and implement a succession plan for high potential staff. * Works with department managers to identify specific training needs of individual staff. * Observes staff training sessions, maintains records, and prepares reports to evaluate the performance of training facilitators and progress of staff. * Organizes and develops training manuals, reference libraries, and other educational and training materials. * Gathers, records, and works with managers to ensure all employees' training documentation, certifications, etc. are in their personal files and entered into the Training Tracking Systems. * Assists in recruiting, screening, and hiring of off-center staff. Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. You will perform other job duties as assigned to ensure the organization's ongoing needs are being met. Skills and Competencies: * Basic understanding of human resource functions * Strong organizational and time management skills * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Manage competing priorities and complete tasks within deadlines; Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously * Detail-oriented * Highly motivated, self-starter, can-do attitude * Demonstrated customer service skills; excellent communication skills both verbal and written * Excellent problem-solving and stress management skills * Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. * Ability to effectively operate office equipment and computer programs Educational Requirements and Experiences: * Post-secondary degree required. Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. * Two years of work-related experience * Must possess a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record Benefits: Medical Coverage with Reduced Rates for Employees Dental and Vision Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance Accident Insurance (dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture) on or off the job Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance (supplements your medical plan) 401K Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Paid Vacation and Sick Time 12 Paid Holidays Free access to our weight and cardio rooms, and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.00 per meal) daily. ADA Requirements:In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made that may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or that impose an undue hardship on the company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. Physical Activities: * Reading, writing, and communicating fluently in English * Hearing and speaking to e