HR Operations & Onboarding Specialist

CITY OF BROOKHAVEN GA; Brookhaven (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CITY OF BROOKHAVEN GA is seeking an experienced HR Administrative Specialist to support the Human Resources Director and team. The role focuses on recruitment, onboarding, benefit processing, and maintaining confidential HR records with accuracy and discretion.

The position requires strong communication, proficiency with HRIS/ATS, and ability to coordinate with IT, Finance, and department supervisors on start-date logistics. A Bachelor’s degree and HR-related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience in HR or related field
• Minimum 2 years in HR/administrative support, govt experience a plus
• Certifications in HR (e.g., SHRM-CP/PHR) are advantageous

Responsibilities

• Post job openings to city job boards and website
• Assist with interview scheduling and communications with applicants
• Prepare pre-employment paperwork and new hire packets
• Conduct employment verifications and background check requests
• Coordinate onboarding logistics and orientation activities
• Ensure I-9 forms and E-Verify compliance
• Maintain HRIS employee files and records
• Generate standard HR reports (headcount, PTO, rosters)
• Assist with benefits enrollment questions and life event changes
• Support training coordination and employee engagement events
• Schedule meetings for HR leadership and document outcomes

Skills

Assisting employees and managers

Onboarding support

Maintaining professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, communications, or related field

2+ years related experience; government/municipality a plus

Certifications (SHRM-CP/PHR) a plus

Tools

HRIS/ATS systems

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Canva or similar design tools

Job description

CITY OF BROOKHAVEN GA is seeking an experienced HR Administrative Specialist to support the Human Resources Director and team. The role focuses on recruitment, onboarding, benefit processing, and maintaining confidential HR records with accuracy and discretion.

The position requires strong communication, proficiency with HRIS/ATS, and ability to coordinate with IT, Finance, and department supervisors on start-date logistics. A Bachelor’s degree and HR-related experience are preferred.