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Human Resources Specialist

Job Details

Job Location

Sacramento Corporate Office - Sacramento, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary Range

$28.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Negligible

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Human Resources

Description

Join LifeSTEPS, where we believe in fostering an environment of integrity, innovation, empowerment, respect, and personal growth. As a Human Resources Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in our mission-driven organization, collaborating closely with our dynamic HR team to ensure the seamless functioning of our HR department.

Position:Human Resources Specialist

Pay Range:$28.00-30.00/hour

About the Organization:LifeSTEPS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization. The mission of LifeSTEPS is to provide effective educational and supportive services to maximize the strengths of individuals and build resilient communities. Founded in 1996, LifeSTEPS is currently one of the premier social services providers in affordable housing, and is the leading agency and national model of eviction prevention and sustainable housing. LifeSTEPS provides impact to over 110,000 residents residing at over 440 partnered affordable housing communities across the state of California. Our vision is that every person served by LifeSTEPS will be empowered with the skills, resources, and support to maintain stable housing and break the cycle of poverty. Our founders believe that building affordable housing is only the first step. It is also essential to provide meaningful programs that empower people to move forward in their lives.

Benefits:

In addition to the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of those we serve, LifeSTEPS offers the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay based on skill and experience

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Sick Leave

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Benefit eligible employees working 30 hours per week or more will also receive:

+ Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

+ 401(k) plan

+ Paid Time Off

About the Position:

TheHuman Resources Specialistwill work closely with the HR Coordinator, HR Manager, and Director of Human Resources to support the efficient operation of the HR department. This role encompasses a wide range of HR functions, including recruitment, employee onboarding, retention initiatives, training and development, policy implementation, legal compliance, employee records management, and general administrative duties.

Core Duties:

+ Model, promote and embody the LifeSTEPS workplace values of integrity, innovation, empowerment, respect and personal growth in tandem with the Oz Principles.

+ Follow all LifeSTEPS policies, procedures and guidelines.

+ Oversee and coordinate all recruitment efforts for all exempt and non-exempt personnel.

+ Collaborates with regional managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.

+ Make recommendations for creative recruitment solutions if the organization is experiencing difficulties in attracting the appropriate level and quality of candidates.

+ Post and track open positions to ensure staffing levels are appropriately recruited for and filled.

+ Offer recruitment assistance as required for Corporate roles, encompassing resume/application screening, candidate interviews via phone, MS Teams, or in-person, facilitation of relevant assessments, and comprehensive completion of reference checks.

+ Serve as DOJ and IntelliCorp Custodian of Records; notify appropriate personnel of DOJ findings; regularly monitor and maintain DOJ portal.

+ Provide seamless onboarding to ensure new staff members have a strong and welcoming start to their journey with LifeSTEPS. From coordinating paperwork to introducing them to LifeSTEPS’ culture and policies, attention to detail will be vital in setting the stage for their success.

+ Lead engaging and informative new employee orientation sessions to familiarize them with our company mission, values, and expectations. Provide comprehensive guidance on policies and resources available to support their success within the organization. Ability to communicate effectively will be key in helping newcomers feel valued and integrated from day one.

+ Create new employee files and maintain the personnel records filing system in HRIS, e-file and physical formats.

+ Administer employee satisfaction surveys to gather valuable feedback on workplace experiences and areas for improvement. Assist in analyzing survey results and identifying trends to inform strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement and retention.

+ Take an active role in developing and delivering training sessions and/or workshops to LifeSTEPS Leadership employees.

+ Collaborate with Regional Directors and Supervisors to identify and recruit for volunteer needs; post volunteer advertisements, support volunteer screening processes, and partner with the HR Coordinator to ensure all volunteer paperwork is accurately collected, entered into the myLifeSTEPs.org database, and maintained in the e-filing system.

+ Protect the organization and its employees by keeping all Human Resources Department information confidential.

+ Enforce various human resources policies and procedures for all organization personnel.

+ Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

+ Participate in administrative staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars.

+ Participate in development of department goals and objectives.

+ Complete special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in a related field or HR Certification required.

+ Four (4) years of experience in a Human Resources setting.

+ Two (2) years or more year of experience in recruiting preferred.

+ An equivalent combination of education and additional experience may substitute for the degree

+ HRIS/Talent Management systems experience preferred.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

+ Experience working in a non-profit setting preferred

+ Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail required.

If you are a dedicated HR professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us as we work together to support our employees and drive the success of our organization.

Please Note

LifeSTEPS values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Diversity at LifeSTEPS means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status. Please provide us with notice if you will require accommodations during the interview process

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