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Human Resources - Program Lead JobID: 323

+ Position Type:

Professional/Non-Contracted

+ Date Posted:

5/6/2025

+ Location:

Grant Wood AEA

+ Closing Date:

open until filled

Human Resources-Program Lead position available at Grant Wood AEA to start June 2025. This full-time salaried position will work 228 days/year.

Job SummarySupports the Human Resources Director across a broad spectrum of HR functions, with a strong emphasis on onboarding, employee relations, data management, compliance, and communication. The HR Program Lead acts as a key coordinator in the HR department, contributing to both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations. Responsibilities

+ Assists the HR Director in developing and implementing HR goals, objectives, and staffing plans.

+ Manages and optimizes digital HR recordkeeping systems (HRIS/HCM) for data accuracy and efficiency.

+ Maintains electronic personnel files with data integrity and adherence to privacy regulations.

+ Drives efficient and positive talent acquisition.

+ Coordinates comprehensive new employee onboarding and assists in orientation planning and procedures.

+ Researches, analyzes HR data, and assists in preparing reports for informed decision-making.

+ Prepares and disseminates digital and written HR communications, reports, and compliance information.

+ Prepares and distributes HR correspondence, reports (including Board agenda items and state/federal filings), collective bargaining information, and confidential materials related to employee matters and negotiations.

+ Provides support and guidance to staff and supervisors on HR policies, employee relations, and performance evaluation matters.

+ Assists in ensuring agency compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

+ Manages digital employment contracts and electronic wage notices.

+ Proactively monitors employment records and HR processes for compliance and accuracy.

+ Assists with employee separations.

+ Supports administrators in performance management.

+ Maintains strict confidentiality of all employee and HR-related information.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Public or Business Administration with a focus in HR, or a related field (or equivalent combination of training and work experience in Human Resources)

+ Three years of experience in a Human Resources role.

+ Knowledge and understanding of Iowa and federal employment laws.

+ Fluent in the use of cloud-based platforms (e.g., GSuite)

Learn more about working with Grant Wood Area Education Agency. Visit our website www.gwaea.orgPosting will remain open until filled.