Human Resources Specialist

State-of-Georgi; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state holidays

Annual leave

Sick leave

Flexible Benefits package

Job summary

Savannah Technical College seeks a detail-oriented Human Resources Specialist to support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, and compliance functions. The role provides guidance on HR policies and processes while ensuring state and federal compliance.

The position handles personnel records, leave management, reporting, and confidentiality in a college environment. A related HR diploma and 1 year of experience are required.

Qualifications

• HR diploma from an accredited college or technical school and 1 year of HR experience.
• Experience with FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation, and leave programs is preferred.
• Experience using HRIS systems such as Workday or GA@WORK.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activities: postings, screening, interviews, and pre-employment.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Process personnel actions and maintain records in HRIS.
• Assist with benefits enrollment and employee inquiries.
• Support employee relations, performance management, and compliance reporting.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

Benefits administration

Leave management

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in HR/Business

Tools

Workday

GA@WORK

HRIS

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Specialist Job Requisition ID: JR0000001259 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Any (United States of America) Compensation Details: SALARY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.

Job Description

Savannah Technical College is seeking a customer-focused, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable Human Resources Specialist to join the Human Resources team. This position performs professional Human Resources work supporting the College's recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, leave management, personnel transactions, and compliance functions. The Human Resources Specialist serves as a resource to employees, supervisors, and applicants by providing guidance on Human Resources policies, procedures, and employment-related matters while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) policies, and College procedures.

• Provides professional Human Resources support and exceptional customer service to employees, supervisors, and applicants.
• Coordinates recruitment activities, including preparing job postings, screening applications, scheduling interviews, facilitating the hiring process, and coordinating pre-employment requirements.
• Coordinates new employee onboarding and orientation to ensure a positive onboarding experience.
• Processes personnel actions and maintains employee records within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Assists with benefits administration, including new hire enrollment, qualifying life events, open enrollment, and employee benefit inquiries.
• Administers employee leave programs, including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, Workers' Compensation, military leave, and other leave programs.
• Interprets and explains Human Resources policies, procedures, and employment regulations to employees and supervisors.
• Assists with employee relations matters by conducting research, gathering documentation, preparing correspondence, and providing guidance to supervisors and employees.
• Supports performance management and positive discipline processes by preparing documentation, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with applicable policies.
• Maintains personnel files and ensures compliance with records retention requirements.
• Compiles Human Resources reports, performs audits, and assists with compliance reporting.
• Assists with employee recognition, engagement, wellness, and professional development initiatives.
• Develops, updates, and maintains Human Resources forms, procedures, and reference materials.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive personnel information.
• Maintains current knowledge of employment laws, Human Resources best practices, and TCSG policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Human Resources diploma from an accredited college or technical school and one (1) year of related Human Resources experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) or more years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience.
• Experience in higher education, state government, or a public sector environment.
• Experience using Workday, GA@WORK, or other Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• Experience administering recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, FMLA, ADA accommodations, Workers' Compensation, and performance management.
• Professional Human Resources certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR).

Physical Demands

The employee occasionally lifts or moves objects of a light to medium weight, up to 25 pounds. Work is typically performed in an office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings. Full range of hand and finger motion may be utilized for data entry purposes.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with education and work experience.
• Paid state holidays.
• Annual leave.
• Sick leave.
• State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

Application Deadline

Position considered open until filled.

Additional Information

POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION.

All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration.

Note: No phone inquiries please.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant. If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.

Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.

STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Compliance Contact

For compliance activities, contact Jasmine Sanders, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or [phone], [e-mail]. Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn: Jasmine Sanders, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405.

About the State of Georgia

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.