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HR Specialist (TEMP)

Acosta
Full-time
On-site
Paramus, New Jersey, United States
HR Entry Level
Description

The HR Specialist (TEMP) provides employee support for escalations, issues, and critical questions that cannot be addressed by shared services across the HR service areas; offers oversight and support for local site needs in the areas of employee engagement, employee relations, change management, hiring/staffing, and performance management.  This position is responsible for attracting and identifying top talent for key opportunities to meet clients' contractual commitments and service level agreements.



Responsibilities

Essential Functions of this Position:

  • Identify the company’s hiring needs and manage the recruitment process to ensure it runs smoothly
  • Work with Hiring Managers to pre-screen, schedule and conduct interviews. 
  • Place employment ads on all platforms (Experience with Indeed, LinkedIn, Handshake, and ZipRecruiter a plus)
  • Review and analyze resumes using our ATS software program
  • Complete offer, onboarding, and orientation.
  • Lead onboarding activities including training and employment compliance activities
  • Providing job applicants information including job duties, responsibilities, schedules, etc.
  • Preparing or updating employment records related to hiring, transferring, promoting, and terminating
  • Respond to employees’ queries and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner
  • Performs Employee Relations diagnostics
  • Implement all human resource department policies, procedures, and structures
  • Supports managers in driving the business and creating greater organizational health
  • Supports org communications at local sites (e.g., newsletters, team meetings); and
  • Other miscellaneous duties assigned.                                                                                                                             


Qualifications

Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements: 

 

  • Bilingual - Spanish preferred
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
  • Self-starter with excellent work ethic; able to work as part of a team
  • Good understanding of the full recruitment process
  • Familiarity with online job-hunting websites
  • Must be proficient in Excel, Word and presentation software;
  • Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, time management skills
  • Knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures and effective daily application;
  • Must possess sound judgment and ability to listen, assess problems and arrive at good logical conclusions that achieve an appropriate balance between sound HR practices and business needs
  • Understanding of worker’s compensation claims and leave of absence claims a plus

 

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, or a relevant field

· Minimum of 2 years of recruiting experience

 

The Perks:

 · Hybrid Work Schedule

 · Competitive Salary

 · Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k)

 · Comprehensive Training and Professional Mentoring