Junior Human Resource Specialist

clincloud; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Clinvet South Dakota is seeking a Junior HR Specialist to support recruiting, onboarding and employee administration. You will help ensure HR records accuracy and assist management with HR programs in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in HR and an HR-related degree, with strong MS Office skills and knowledge of HRIS systems. This on-site role offers growth within a global animal health CRO environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years HR experience in recruiting, onboarding or HR administration.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruiting activities, including scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation and new hire paperwork.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data.
• Prepare HR documents and routine correspondence.
• Support lifecycle activities: onboarding, performance, training, offboarding.
• Answer routine HR questions with strong customer service.
• Assist with employee engagement and workplace culture initiatives.
• Help maintain HR policies, procedures and compliance docs.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement efforts.
• Handle confidential employee information professionally.

Skills

Recruiting

Onboarding

HRIS

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

High school diploma + 5 years HR

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Junior Human Resource Specialist | Clinvet South Dakota | Full-Time

Our Story

Clinvet South Dakota is a global veterinary contract research organization (CRO) that conducts preclinical and clinical trials to evaluate the safety, metabolism, and efficacy of animal health products. Clinvet SD is part of the Clinglobal group, which focuses on animal health and consists of various CROs dedicated to supporting innovation and product development.

Position Summary

As a Junior HR Specialist, you'll play an important role in recruiting, onboarding, maintaining employee records, supporting HR programs and helping ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies. You'll work closely with our management team and employees while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Assist with recruiting activities, including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientation and employee documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR information systems (HRIS).
• Prepare HR reports, employment documents, and routine correspondence.
• Support employee lifecycle activities including onboarding, performance management, training, and offboarding.
• Answer routine HR questions and provide excellent customer service to employees and managers.
• Assist with employee engagement, recognition, and workplace culture initiatives.
• Help maintain HR policies, procedures, forms, and compliance documentation.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.

Education & Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field with 1–3 years of HR experience; or
• High school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 5 years of experience in Human Resources, HR administration, recruiting, onboarding or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with an HRIS or HRMS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Experience supporting recruitment and onboarding activities.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices is a plus.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Professional, approachable, and customer-focused.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable handling confidential information.
• A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Committed to providing exceptional support to employees and managers.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based work with prolonged computer use.
• Occasional movement throughout the facility to support employees and onboarding activities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary.
• Ability to comply with PPE and safety requirements when entering operational areas.

Why Join Us?

You'll become part of a collaborative HR team that values professionalism, continuous learning and employee development. We offer the opportunity to build your HR career while supporting meaningful work in a dynamic scientific research environment.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clinvet SD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.