Human Resources Specialist

Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services is seeking an HR Specialist to support the Benefits and Employee Relations division under the Director of Benefits and Employee Relations. Responsibilities include administering employee benefit programs, serving as liaison with vendors, assisting open enrollment, and communicating plan provisions while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role also coordinates building and grounds maintenance, maintains confidentiality, guides employees and supervisors on

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Administrative Support Technology, Business or similar field.
• At least one year experience working in an office setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Director of Benefits and Employee Relations and HR leadership.
• Assist with administration of employee benefit programs and open enrollment.
• Coordinate building and grounds maintenance and maintain office equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in communications.

Education

Associates Degree in Administrative Support Technology, Business or similar field

Job description

Under the supervision of the Director of Benefits and Employee Relations, the Human Resources Specialist performs a variety of assignments in support of the Agency's human resources division. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, provides administrative support to the Director of Benefits and Employee Relations and the Director of Human Resources; assists with the administration of various employee benefit programs; serves as a liaison with benefit vendors; assists with the open enrollment process and related employee communications; assists to ensure plans are administered in accordance with federal and state regulations and plan provisions; assists with coordination of building and grounds maintenance at 245 Hairston Street; responsible for maintenance of office equipment shared by Human Resources, Finance, Compliance and IS divisions; provides guidance to employees and supervisors on benefits and other HR related topics; performs special projects, research, and surveys; demonstrates a high degree of initiative and exercises independent judgment within assigned area of responsibility; maintains strict confidentiality; and exercises discretion in all communications.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates Degree in Administrative Support Technology, Business or similar field
• At least one year experience working in an office setting

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in employee benefits administration
• Building and grounds maintenance coordination experience

Fingerprints, State and FBI criminal record reports, drug test, and central registry (CANIS) report will be required upon request. Our Agency maintains a drug-free workplace.