HR Specialist: Onboarding & People Experience

Kansas City Public Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Human Resource Specialist to oversee onboarding, maintain employee files, and support staffing with accurate data. The role collaborates with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliance and a smooth onboarding experience.

The position requires 3+ years in HR, a related degree, and experience with ERP LINQ, PowerSchool, and Microsoft Office. In-person work at the Board of Education supports district staffing needs and ongoing employee

Qualifications

• Experience with onboarding and I-9/background documentation.
• Strong data entry and employee record management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in HR policies and processes for K-12 environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onboarding of new hires and end-to-end pre-employment processes.
• Maintain accurate employee files and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with district policies and position control numbers.
• Manage and protect employee data; perform timely data entry and reporting.
• Support budget planning through position allocation data and reports.

Skills

Onboarding

Data management

Communication

HR processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

High school diploma

Tools

ERP LINQ

PowerSchool

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Human Resource Specialist to oversee onboarding, maintain employee files, and support staffing with accurate data. The role collaborates with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliance and a smooth onboarding experience.

The position requires 3+ years in HR, a related degree, and experience with ERP LINQ, PowerSchool, and Microsoft Office. In-person work at the Board of Education supports district staffing needs and ongoing employee