HR Specialist

Judson Smart Living; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Judson Smart Living in Cleveland, OH seeks an HR Specialist to manage onboarding processes for new associates. This role involves ensuring a smooth onboarding experience and handling employee recognition programs.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, with 1–3 years of experience in HR or employee engagement. Strong organizational skills and familiarity with HR software are also required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in HR, onboarding, training, or employee engagement.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute onboarding programs for new associates.
• Serve as the main point of contact for new hires during their onboarding period.
• Conduct orientation sessions covering company culture, policies, tools, etc.
• Track onboarding progress and ensure completion of required training and paperwork.
• Handle and coordinate monthly recognition programs and annual events.

Skills

Communication and presentation

Organization and coordination

Empathy and interpersonal awareness

Process improvement

Collaboration across teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HR software or applicant tracking systems (ATS)

ADP Workforce

Job description

HR Specialist

Cleveland, OH, US

Salary Range: $40,000.00 To $49,000.00 Annually

The Human Resource/Onboarding Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end onboarding process for all new associates. This role ensures a smooth, engaging, and efficient experience that helps employees become productive quickly and feel connected to the organization. In addition, this position is responsible for launching the new hire survey through Activated Insights, employee recognition programs including the annual anniversary celebration event, and compliance for postings.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute onboarding programs for new associates.
• Serve as the main point of contact for new hires during their onboarding period.
• Prepare onboarding materials, schedules, and documentation.
• Conduct orientation sessions (company culture, policies, tools, etc.).
• Partner with HR and hiring managers to ensure compliance with new hire tasks.
• Track onboarding progress and ensure completion of required training and paperwork.
• Maintain employee records in HR systems and in personnel files.
• Gather feedback from new hires to improve onboarding processes through online system.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of onboarding programs and materials.
• Handle and coordinate monthly recognition program, Thankful Thursdays, and the annual anniversary recognition event.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience in HR, onboarding, training, or employee engagement.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with HR software or applicant tracking systems (ATS). ADP Workforce now experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Key Skills

• Communication and presentation
• Organization and coordination
• Empathy and interpersonal awareness
• Process improvement
• Collaboration across teams
• Regular interaction with new hires, HR teams, and managers