HR Specialist

$50,000 - $60,000/Yr

Sullivan County Boces

Full-time - Mid Level

About the position

The HR Specialist position at Sullivan County BOCES involves planning and administering various Human Resources activities within a School District. Key responsibilities include managing employee benefits, recruitment, labor relations, and compliance with HR regulations. The role requires independent judgment and may involve supervising subordinate staff, ensuring efficient HR operations, and maintaining HR information systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer employee/retiree benefit programs including health, dental, vision, and leave of absences.
• Research, plan, and coordinate implementation of new benefit programs.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations and laws related to benefits such as FMLA, ACA, and COBRA.
• Respond to inquiries regarding health insurance coverage and claims.
• Collect and analyze HR and financial data.
• Provide information and resolve HR or Payroll issues.
• Maintain expertise with HR Information Systems for report writing and data management.
• Conduct audits of employee files for compliance.
• Coordinate compliance on certifications and licensure of staff.
• Interpret policies and regulations related to HR functions.
• Implement administrative regulations related to HR matters.
• Assist with payroll preparation and entry.
• Coordinate upgrades or new software systems for payroll and benefits.
• Review workflows to identify technology needs for efficient operations.
• Review qualifications of candidates and participate in recruitment processes.
• Conduct orientation for new employees.
• Verify and analyze HR-related activities such as appointments and terminations.
• Prepare correspondence to employees and HR vendors.
• Communicate information to staff and administrators as needed.
• Make recommendations regarding hiring and disciplinary needs.
• Develop recommendations to improve office efficiencies.
• Prepare reports and maintain records as required.
• Coordinate special projects related to Human Resources.
• Train new employees on payroll and benefits systems.
• Assist with investigations related to grievances and policy violations.
• Supervise and review the work of subordinate staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and four years of experience in Human Resources functions including benefits administration, payroll, recruitment, or labor relations; or
• Associate's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and six years of experience in Human Resources functions; or
• High school diploma or equivalency and eight years of experience in Human Resources functions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with HR Information Systems
• Knowledge of New York State Civil Service Regulations
• Experience in a public setting

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Leave of Absences
• COBRA administration