Human Resources Specialist

We are looking for an HR Specialist to join our client and monitor all Human Resources functions. HR Specialist responsibilities include preparing compensation and benefits packages, setting up company policies and maintaining updated employee records. To be successful in this role, you should have a good understanding of full cycle recruiting and solid knowledge of labor legislation. Ultimately, you will foster a healthy workplace by ensuring HR procedures run smoothly at all times. Our client is a locally owned nursing home located in New Orleans.

Candidates must have a degree in HR.

We will only contact candidates that have a Bachelors or Masters Degree in HR.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review compensation and benefits packages

Administer health and life insurance programs

Implement training and development plans

Plan quarterly and annual performance review sessions

Inform employees about additional benefits theyre eligible for (e.g extra vacation days)

Update employee records with new hire information and/or changes in employment status

Maintain organizational charts and detailed job descriptions along with salary records

Forecast hiring needs and ensure recruitment process runs smoothly

Develop and implement HR policies throughout the organization

Monitor budgets by department

Process employees queries and respond in a timely manner

Stay up-to-date and comply with changes in labor legislation

Requirements:

Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree in Human Resources

Proven work experience as an HR Specialist or HR Generalist

Hands-on experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)

Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems

Solid understanding of labor legislation and payroll process

Familiarity with full cycle recruiting

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Good problem-solving abilities

Team management skills