Human Resources Specialist

Savannah Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state holidays

Annual leave

Sick leave

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

Savannah Technical College seeks a customer-focused Human Resources Specialist to support recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and compliance. This role provides guidance on policies while ensuring federal and state law adherence and accurate HRIS data management.

The position requires an HR diploma with 1 year of HR experience; preferred qualifications include higher degrees and HR certifications. Expect collaboration with supervisors and employees in a dynamic college environment and

Qualifications

• Requires a HR diploma and 1 year of related HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal/state employment laws.
• Experience with HRIS, benefits, FMLA, ADA accommodations.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional HR support and exceptional service to employees, supervisors, and applicants.
• Coordinate recruitment activities including postings, screening, interviews, and pre-employment requirements.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for a positive experience.
• Process personnel actions and maintain HRIS records.
• Assist with benefits administration and enrollment processes.
• Administer leave programs including FMLA, ADA, workers’ comp, and military leave.
• Explain HR policies and employment regulations to staff and supervisors.
• Support employee relations, conduct documentation, and guidance to managers.
• Assist with performance management and disciplinary processes with proper records.
• Maintain personnel files and retention compliance.
• Compile HR reports, perform audits, and support compliance reporting.
• Assist with recognition, wellness, and professional development initiatives.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

Benefits administration

Leave management

HR policies

HRIS data integrity

Confidentiality

Education

HR diploma from accredited college or technical school

Associate’s degree in HR / Business Administration / Public Administration

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration

SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP / PHR / SPHR certification

Tools

HRIS

Workday

GA@WORK

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

We are the force that drives 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 more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Human Resources Specialist

Job Requisition ID

JR0000001259

Number of Openings

1

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details

Compensation Details: SALARY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE. BENEFITS INCLUDE PAID STATE HOLIDAYS, ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE, AND THE STATE OF GEORGIA FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PACKAGE.

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. The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

• 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. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

Application Deadline

Position considered open until filled.

Additional Requirements

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. 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). 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

Invitation to Self-Identify 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. 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. 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various 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.

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma/GED *and* one (1) year of related experience.--Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis