Human Resources Specialist

The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day Human Resources activities for The Children’s Inn at NIH including, but not limited to recruitment, benefits, employee relations, performance management, compensation administration, processing payroll and regulatory compliance.​

Duties and Responsibilities:

• • Serves as a subject matter expert in implementing human resources programs, services, strategies, and initiatives that are responsive to the needs and mission of The Inn and consistent with best practices.
  • Provides consultation, leadership, and quality control in the administration and interpretation of employment, employee relations, performance management policies, procedures, and documentation.
  • Fosters a success-oriented, accountable environment within the organization.
  • Monitors human resources program efficiency. Develops reporting procedures and other methods to measure success, and revises processes and procedures as necessary to improve HR program effectiveness.
  • Develops and maintains written human resources procedures to guide management in the application of established recruitment, employment, and compensation processes and documentation.
  • Oversees and administers the recruitment of management, professional and administrative support staff for The Inn, including diversity initiatives and outreach.
  • Manages process for hiring and termination of employment.
  • Represents human resources department on various in-house committees and/or task forces.
  • Maintains all personnel records in accordance with federal, state and local laws and regulations and Inn standards.
  • Responsible for the administration of insurance, benefits, compensation programs.
  • Administers the organization’s talent review process.
  • Performs training needs analyses, as appropriate, and initiates, develops, and/or coordinates the implementation of specific training and development programs for employees.
  • Processes payroll and maintains timekeeping records.
  • Conducts investigations and makes recommendations as appropriate regarding issues of employee disputes and grievances, employee misconduct, and policy infractions; provides mediation, advice, and guidance to management in these areas, as appropriate.
  • Coordinates and promotes employee morale programs that foster team spirit, encourage productivity and peak performance as well as reward and recognition programs to enhance employee retention.
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a related human resources area. PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in the human resources field.

Skills Required:

• • Superior attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are imperative.​
  • Outstanding verbal and written skills required.​
  • Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of human resources work.​
  • Strong sense of customer service and enjoy working with all levels of employees.​
  • Excellent organizational skills.​
  • Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
  • Strong computer skills including Outlook, Word and Excel are required.​
  • Strong working knowledge of HR related laws such as ERISA, FLSA, COBRA, and ADA.
  • Ability to work with various departments and foster teamwork.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.​
  • Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in principles and practices of human resources administration including recruitment, compensation, performance management and benefits.
  • Must be able to project the professional, caring image of The Children’s Inn

Schedule:

Official schedule is Monday through Friday, general business hours; schedule can be a mix of remote and onsite workdays with at least 3 days spent in the office each week.

Compensation and Benefits:

Hiring Salary Range: $74-84K

The Children’s Inn offers a collegial work environment with exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including 19.5 days’ vacation leave during years 0-5 and 26 days for years 6 or more, 13 days per year of sick and safe leave, 16 hour of mental health leave each July 1st (prorated during first year of employment), 16 hours of personal leave each year (prorated during first year of employment), holiday leave, 6 weeks (paid) parental leave (after 1 year of work) and 32 hours of employee volunteer leave per fiscal year. Day 1 benefits include health, dental, and vision benefits. The Children’s Inn offers a 401(k) plan with up to 10% employer contribution and match available. Hybrid telework arrangements available based on the role and needs of the organization.

The Children’s Inn offers a collegial work environment with exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including 19.5 days’ vacation leave during years 0-5 and 26 days for years 6 or more, 13 days per year of sick and safe leave, 16 hour of mental health leave each July 1st (prorated during first year of employment), 16 hours of personal leave each year (prorated during first year of employment), holiday leave, 6 weeks (paid) parental leave (after 1 year of work) and 32 hours of employee volunteer leave per fiscal year. Day 1 benefits include health, dental, and vision benefits. The Children’s Inn offers a 401(k) plan with up to 10% employer contribution and match available. Hybrid telework arrangements available based on the role and needs of the organization.