Essential Functions Statement(s) Utilize and maintain employee information within the Human Resource Information System (HRIS); Coordinate and administer employee onboarding, including new hire paperwork, orientation presentations, and completion of required employment documentation; Assist with employee personnel actions, including new hires, status changes, transfers, promotions, and separations; Assist with coordinating pre-employment testing, and performing background checks; Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant personnel, training, medical, and benefits records; Administer employee benefit programs and serve as a resource regarding eligibility, enrollment, coverage, and claims procedures; Coordinate and facilitate annual open enrollment activities, including employee communications, benefit education, and enrollment verification; Assist employees with benefit enrollments, changes, and related inquiries. Fund: General Reports To: Human Resources Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Status: Full-Time Travel: Occasional training Job Grade: 240 Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Director, the Human Resource Specialist provides professional support in the administration of human resources programs, including employee onboarding, benefits administration, workers' compensation, records management, compliance reporting, and employee communications.