HR Specialist - Staffing and Onboarding

Program: Human Resources

Description: The role of this position is to formulate effective hiring strategies, oversee recruitment and retention efforts, devise interview questions, and contribute to the marketing of open positions at the Lincoln Intermediate Unit. The individual will take the lead in the recruitment and onboarding processes, utilizing data analysis to plan and shape future strategies. Responsibilities include advertising job openings across diverse platforms, participating in job fairs/events, and offering valuable feedback and best practices for the entire hiring and onboarding workflow. The ultimate objective is to cultivate a thriving and positive work environment through successful employee recruitment and retention initiatives

Please see attached job description for more details.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience supporting recruitment, orientation, and onboarding processes, preferably within a Human Resources setting.
• Associates degree required, Bachelors degree in Human Resources or Marketing, preferred
• In lieu of degree, 5 years experience in recruitment or marketing accepted
• Proven experience in recruitment and onboarding, with an educational context preferred.
• Understanding of employment laws, regulations, and best practices. Familiarity with HRIS and other relevant software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Willingness to adapt to normal office hours with occasional evening or weekend work during peak recruitment periods.

Terms: Full-time, 260 days/year (12 month all year round schedule, 5 days/week)
Salary: $26.79/hr, plus excellent benefits!

The LIU offers an exceptional benefits package for eligible employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
Medical insurance available for a nominal premium, plus free dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life Insurance at No Cost:
All full-time support staff receive a $30,000 life insurance policy at no cost.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, including three counseling sessions per person, per year.
• Paid Time Off:
Sick days, Vacation, and Personal days each year.
• Income Protection:
Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.
• Retirement Benefits:
Participation in the Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
• Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center:
Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+).
No copays or deductibles for services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan.
Learn more: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/
• Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility:
LIU employment may qualify you for federal Student Loan Forgiveness Programs.
Details: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation

• Attachment(s):
• 5005 HR Specialist - Staffing and Onboarding.pdf