Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources Specialist

Salary

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Location

Scottville, MI

Job Type

Administrator

Job Number

00032

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

04/29/2026

Closing Date

5/29/2026 4:59 PM Eastern

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Description

The Human Resources Specialist performs professional-level human resources functions supporting recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance reporting, employee records management, Title IX investigations, and payroll support. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Specialist ensures accurate execution of HR processes and provides technical expertise in day-to-day HR operations. This position exercises independent judgment within established policies and procedures and serves as a key operational resource to employees and supervisors.

For best consideration, submit the materials below by May 13, 2026. Review begins immediately and will continue until position is filled.

• West Shore Community College application
• Letter of application specifically addressing the areas of responsibility and qualifications listed
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts (official will be necessary if an offer is made)

Job Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Recruitment & Onboarding Administration

• Prepare and post job announcements; coordinate advertising and applicant tracking
• Receive and screen applications for completeness; maintain applicant files
• Schedule interviews and serve as HR representative on search committees as assigned
• Coordinate student employment processes, including position postings, hour tracking, and onboarding
• Conduct new hire processing and orientation, ensuring completion of employment documentation and benefit enrollment

Employee Records & Status Administration

• Process forms for employee status changes (new hires, promotions, reclassifications, separations, leaves)
• Maintain personnel files and HRIS records to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Coordinate annual review processes and update position profiles
• Conduct exit processing and related documentation

Benefits & Payroll Support

• Administer day-to-day benefit enrollment and updates with insurance carriers
• Respond to employee benefit inquiries and provide follow-up support
• Audit monthly benefit invoices and prepare for Director approval
• Provide payroll support, including time and attendance administration and system updates

Compliance & Reporting Support

• Prepare and submit required government reports under Director oversight
• Maintain required postings and documentation for compliance audits
• Serve as FOIA Coordinator
• Serve as Lead Title IX Investigator, conducting investigations, interviews, evidence review, and preparation of findings, under oversight of the Title IX Coordinator (Director)

Employee Support

• Provide information and guidance to employees and supervisors regarding policies, procedures, and contract provisions
• Escalate complex employee relations matters to the Director as appropriate

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Ensure commitment to the highest business ethics
• Protect confidential information and communicate with impeccable discretion in all matters related to Human Resources. This requires that sensitive information never be divulged to the wrong parties
• Maintain and safeguard equipment, software, and facility areas
• Comply with College policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree
• Demonstrated experience in human resources operations, records management, or benefits administration

To be a best fit for this position you need:

• Commitment to accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement in HR processes and service delivery
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions within established policies and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills allowing you to support employees and supervisors with clarity, professionalism and respect
• A calm, objective and fair approach when navigating sensitive issues, investigations or employee relations concerns

Compensation

Salary starting at or above $51,693, commensurate with skills/experience

Full benefits package including educational assistance, WSCC tuition waiver for employee/dependents, health/dental/vision insurance, generous retirement, onsite wellness center, generous paid time off, vast opportunity for educational advancement and personal development

WSCC is a drug-free employer and the final offer will be contingent on negative drug test.

WSCC is an equal opportunity employer.

West Shore offers a full benefit package to full-time employees including: health insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, shot-term and long-term disability, retirement, holidays, vacation, sick leave, personal business, and remission of WSCC tuition.

To learn more details visit our benefits page.

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How many years of professional-level work experience do you have in a higher education leadership position (this can include administrative leadership or a faculty leadership role such as a division chair)

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 or more years

02

Do you have a Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Please enter the exact field of your Bachelors degree in the box below. If you donot have a Bachelors degree, enter N/A

Required Question

Employer West Shore Community College

Address 3000 N Stiles Rd.

Scottville, Michigan, 49454

Phone (231)843-5986

Website http://www.westshore.edu