Easter Seals Jobs

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $70,000 to $76,000

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director of Human Resources, this dynamic role will spearhead employee engagement initiatives, coordinate events and activities, and manage HR-related projects to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction. Some key responsibilities include leveraging data analytics to inform decision-making in HR operations, such as identifying trends in personnel transactions and payroll data to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role serves as a project specialist and provides actionable recommendations to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

(30%) Employee Engagement:

• Implement employee engagement strategies to foster a positive work culture and enhance employee morale.
• Plan and execute initiatives to recognize employee achievements, promote teamwork, and celebrate milestones.
• Collaborate with HR team members and department heads to identify opportunities for enhancing employee engagement across the school
• Serve as a liaison between HR and various departments to gather input, disseminate information, and promote collaboration on employee engagement initiatives, events, and projects.
• Facilitate communication between HR and employees, disseminating information on policies, procedures, and benefits.

(25%) Events Coordination:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute various HR-related events and activities, including training workshops, seminars, team-building events, and social gatherings.
• Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless event execution within budget and timeline constraints.
• Handle logistics, venue arrangements, catering, and other event-related tasks to ensure a memorable experience for participants.

(25%) Project Management:

• Manage and participate in HR-related projects to improve processes, systems, and employee experiences.
• Develop project plans, establish milestones, and track progress to ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives and drive continuous improvement in HR practices and initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to align goals, expectations, and timelines.

(15%) HR Operations Management:

• Handle personnel transactions, leaves, terminations, and other staff and casual employment changes.
• Process payroll accurately and promptly, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and policies.
• Maintain comprehensive HR records, including personnel files, time and attendance records, and performance evaluations
• Manage compliance with federal, state, local, and university HR regulations, policies, and laws.

(5%) Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in employee engagement, events coordination, and project management, preferably in a higher education or corporate setting.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate employees at all levels of the school.
• Proficiency in project management tools, event planning software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Creative thinker with a passion for enhancing employee experiences and driving positive change.
• As part of the applicant process, the finalist will be required to complete an Excel skills assessment.