Onboarding & HR Experience Specialist (Remote Options)

Rising Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO: 11 holidays, sick time, vacation,

Remote / flexible work options

Job summary

Rising Ground is hiring an Onboarding Specialist in New York City to support administrative HR tasks across the onboarding process. You will coordinate background checks, maintain employee files, and respond to inquiries from staff and supervisors, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role requires 1-2 years as an HR Assistant plus 1 year in Recruiting, strong attention to detail, and effective communication. Remote/flexible options are available, with in-person NYC requirements as noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 1-2 years as HR Assistant plus 1 year in Recruiting.
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment, balance priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and follow through.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.
• Coordinate background checks, fingerprinting, and required employment clearances.
• Manage onboarding for new hires, transfers, and temporary staff.
• Coordinate new hire appointments, paperwork, credential verification, and ID cards.
• Create and maintain accurate, compliant employee files.
• Conduct employee file audits to ensure required documentation is complete.
• Maintain accurate employee records and updates in ADP.
• Support employees and supervisors with basic HR policy and procedure questions.
• Build employer brand visibility through candidate-focused events and initiatives.
• Review employee documentation to ensure compliance with agency and funder requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ADP HRIS

Job description

Rising Ground is hiring an Onboarding Specialist in New York City to support administrative HR tasks across the onboarding process. You will coordinate background checks, maintain employee files, and respond to inquiries from staff and supervisors, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role requires 1-2 years as an HR Assistant plus 1 year in Recruiting, strong attention to detail, and effective communication. Remote/flexible options are available, with in-person NYC requirements as noted.