HR Associate: Onboarding, Engagement & Compliance

Tri--county-Child-and-Famil; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring Bonus

401K

Paid Time Off

Student Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Em

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tri-County Head Start is hiring a Human Resources Associate in Waterloo, IA. The role supports the HR Director in creating a positive workplace and handles recruitment, onboarding, engagement, records, and compliance.

Requires an Associate’s degree in HR, Business, or related field; Bachelor’s preferred; SHRM-CP/PHR optional with experience; ADP/HRIS experience preferred. Salary range is $21.00 to $25.00 hourly.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification may be substituted for degree requirement when combined with relevant HR experience.
• Experience in ADP or similar HRIS system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports HR Director in creating an efficient, employee-centered workplace.
• Acts as first point of contact for HR functions and customer service.
• Supports recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and records management.
• Ensures compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree in HR/Business

Bachelor’s degree preferred

SHRM-CP or PHR certification

Tools

ADP/HRIS

Job description

Tri-County Head Start is hiring a Human Resources Associate in Waterloo, IA. The role supports the HR Director in creating a positive workplace and handles recruitment, onboarding, engagement, records, and compliance.

Requires an Associate’s degree in HR, Business, or related field; Bachelor’s preferred; SHRM-CP/PHR optional with experience; ADP/HRIS experience preferred. Salary range is $21.00 to $25.00 hourly.