Human Resources Specialist

Robert Half - Tuskegee, AL

Part-time,Full-time

Tuskegee, AL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The position involves managing the recruitment process for both full-time and part-time support roles within the organization. This includes overseeing the review of vacancy announcements through the applicant tracking system, evaluating applications to ensure candidates meet the required education and experience criteria, conducting reference checks, and facilitating job offers. The role also requires initiating background checks for applicants and employees as necessary, ensuring that all processes are conducted in a timely and efficient manner. In addition to recruitment, the position entails providing applicants and potential candidates with comprehensive information about the University and available positions, addressing any inquiries regarding job vacancies. The successful candidate will conduct orientation sessions for new hires, assisting them in acclimating to the workplace. Furthermore, the role includes assisting in the creation and development of training materials for new employees, ensuring they have the resources needed to succeed in their roles. The position also requires participation in ongoing recruitment efforts as necessary, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the Office of Human Resources. This includes performing additional duties as assigned and supporting other HR functions as needed. A key aspect of the role is to promote a workplace culture that values understanding, respect, and the development of skills to engage with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Confidentiality of all Human Resources information is paramount, and the candidate must ensure that all sensitive information is handled appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment process for full-time and part-time support.
• Support the review of vacancy announcements through the applicant tracking system.
• Evaluate applications for required education and experience.
• Oversee reference checks and facilitate job offers.
• Initiate background checks for applicants and employees as needed.
• Provide applicants and potential candidates with information about the University and available positions.
• Address inquiries regarding job vacancies.
• Conduct orientation sessions for new hires.
• Assist in the creation and development of training materials for new employees.
• Participate in ongoing recruitment efforts as necessary.
• Ensure the confidentiality of all Human Resources information.
• Promote a workplace culture that values understanding, respect, and the development of skills to engage with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the Office of Human Resources by performing additional duties as assigned and supporting other HR functions as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Social Science, Communications, or a related field (equivalent experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis).
• At least four years of relevant work experience.
• Familiarity with office management procedures and basic office skills.
• Proficient in the use of computers, multi-line phones, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Adobe; experience with HRIS databases is preferred.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment (e.g., fax machines, copiers).
• Strong writing and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, with a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with staff, faculty, vendors, visitors, alumni, and students in the Office of Human Resources.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan