Human Resource Branch Liaison | YMCA of the Triangle

YMCA of the Triangle; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

YMCA membership

Retirement plan

Job summary

The YMCA of the Triangle is seeking a Human Resources Branch Liaison to provide centralized hiring support for part-time staff across the Durham and Chapel Hill area. This role coordinates standardized hiring activities, maintains documentation, and ensures compliance with YMCA policies and regulations.

Based in Raleigh, the position partners with branch leadership and the People Team to manage requisitions, pre-boarding, I-9/E-Verify, background checks, and HRIS workflows (UKG Ready).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of administrative support or HR coordination experience preferred.
• Proficiency with standard office software (Word, Excel) and ability to learn HR systems.
• Excellent oral, public speaking, and written communication skills.
• Commitment to community and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Administers and coordinates standardized hiring processes for part-time staff, including posting, offers, background checks, I-9/E-Verify, and documentation.
• Ensures hiring activities comply with YMCA policies and state/federal regulations.
• Provides guidance on HRIS workflows and maintains electronic employee records.
• Submits HR actions and reviews them for accuracy before processing.
• Maintains professional communication with branch leadership and the People Team; protects confidentiality.

Job description

• Base Pay $43,888.00 / Year
• Job Category Human Resources
• Employee Type Full-Time Exempt

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Human Resource Branch Liaison serves as a member of the People Team, providing centralized administrative hiring support to branch leadership in the Durham and Chapel Hill area in support of part-time staff hiring and pre-boarding processes. This role is responsible for coordinating and executing standardized hiring activities, maintaining required documentation, and supporting system-based workflows to ensure hiring processes are completed accurately, consistently, and in compliance with YMCA policies and applicable state and federal regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Hiring & Pre-Boarding Administration

• Administers and coordinates standardized hiring processes for part-time staff as directed, including job requisition postingand maintenance, offer letter distribution, background check initiation, I-9/E-Verifyprocessing, and verification of required hiring documentation.


• Ensures all hiring activities are completed accurately,timely, and in compliance with YMCA policies and applicable state and federal regulations.


• Serves as a liaison between branch leadership and the People Team to support efficient and consistent hiring outcomes.

Systems & Documentation Management

• Provides guidance and training to branch leadership on hiring and pre-boarding workflows within the HRIS system (UKG Ready).


• Collects interview documentation, reference check responses, and required hiring materials from hiring managers.


• Uploads and maintains complete and accurate electronic employee records according to established timelines.


• Monitors completion of new hire requirements including pre-boarding training for assigned positions.

Transaction Processing

• Submits and tracks HR actions related to part-time staff, including new position requests, cost center changes, salary changes, and terminations.


• Reviews HR actions for completeness and accuracy prior to submission, following established procedures.

Communication & Professional Conduct

• Maintains clear, timely, and professional communication with branch leadership, People Team members, and staff.


• Communicates hiring procedures and requirements in a consistent, positive, and supportive manner.


• Maintains strict confidentiality of employee and candidate information.


• Serves as an administrative point of contact for employment-related questions and escalates issues to leadership or the People Team asappropriate.

Organizational Engagement

• Participates in required People Team, Branch, and Association meetings and training sessions to maintain current knowledge of processes and systems.


• Models YMCA values and relationship-building skills in all interactions.


• Supports organizational and community engagement through participation in branch and Association volunteer activities.


• Completion of all required annualtrainingsrelated to safety, compliance, and child protection as assigned.


• Performs otherdutiesassigned bythe supervisor.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required and minimum of 1 year of experience in administrative support, HR coordination, or comparable role preferred.


• Experience supporting high-volume hiring and familiarity with basic employment processes preferred.


• Proficiencywith standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Word and Excel) and the ability to learn and navigate HR systems.


• Exceptional oral, public speaking, and written communication skills.


• Demonstrated commitment to building community and fostering meaningful relationships throughmission-drivenwork andcross-departmentcollaboration.


• Experience supporting organizational initiatives and staff development within ateam-based,service-orientedenvironment.


• Ability to coordinate projects, workflows, and schedules effectively in a dynamic setting.


• Strong communicationskills, including written, verbal, and public-facing interactions.


• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and strong organizational and time-management skills.


• Builds inclusive, mission-driven relationships with youth, families, and community members from diverse backgrounds.


• Bilingual or multilingual skillspreferred, butnotrequired.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Primarily office setting with occasional interaction in gyms, classrooms, and outdoor spaces

Moderate noise levels; may be louder during youth or community activities

Regular use of computer, phone, and other office technology for extended periods of time

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and reaching; occasional lifting or moving up to 40 lbs

Must reside in the greater Triangle area of North Carolina (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill and surrounding areas

Must be able to provide valid identification for employment eligibility verification

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation

A clean driving record is required to meet YMCA insurance standards

Travel between branch and/or site locations, and to off-site meetings and events is required

• This position is primarily in person, with the flexibility to work at various branches and program locations across the YMCA of the Triangle as needed

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Salary & Benefits

This is a full-time exempt position with a salary starting at $43,888, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The YMCA of the Triangle offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off; an annual YMCA membership; and participation in the YMCA Retirement Fund, including a 12% employer contribution once eligibility requirements are met.