HR Compliance & People Operations Specialist

Northwest Children's Home Inc; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Children's Home Inc. seeks an HR Specialist to coordinate with supervisors and staff, ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws and agency policy. The role oversees personnel files and agency leave processes, while maintaining accurate job descriptions and regular reviews.

The candidate will promote a safe workplace with strong communication, organizational, and HRIS skills, and must pass background checks and maintain required training.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with supervisors and employees to ensure compliance with laws and agency policy.
• Oversee personnel file management and agency leave processes.
• Maintain accurate job descriptions and conduct regular reviews.
• Assess workplace safety as it relates to personnel.
• Support HRIS maintenance, license and certification documentation, and payroll/benefits updates.
• Assist with disciplinary actions, terminations, and exit data collection.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Knowledge of employment laws

MS Office

HRIS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP (preferred)

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northwest Children's Home Inc. seeks an HR Specialist to coordinate with supervisors and staff, ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws and agency policy. The role oversees personnel files and agency leave processes, while maintaining accurate job descriptions and regular reviews.

The candidate will promote a safe workplace with strong communication, organizational, and HRIS skills, and must pass background checks and maintain required training.