Human Resources Specialist

Terms of Employment:

Approximate Hours: 7:30am

• 4:00pm (Monday through Friday). This position is Year-Round (12 Months)

Approximate Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Location: On-site

• Kent City Administration Office

• 200 N Clover St., Kent City, MI 49330

Reports to: Superintendent

Job Duties Summary:

• Responsible for the District's insurance and benefits administration including open enrollment, employee cash-in-lieu and premium deductions, as well as processing of all insurance invoicing

• Process ACA and COBRA reporting and tracking through third party vendor services

• Manage new hire paperwork, background checks, and personnel recommendations for all employees and third party contractors

• Maintain current employee personnel files including updated certifications, seniority lists, credit tracking, licensing requirements and employment contracts

• Ensure District compliance via workplace posters, annual staff training, keeping the Employee Handbook up to date, etc.

• Responsible for tracking District Provided Professional Development as the SCECH Coordinator

• Compile and submit district data for the state required REP Report

• Serve as the District liaison with EduStaff for our substitute management including ensuring appropriate entry of absences and substitute assignments into the RedRover system.

• Administer and maintain District job postings and employee applications

• Responsible for creating and deleting all technology accounts and maintaining access for multiple systems utilized by staff

• Maintain information on District emergency procedures and process any district school closings

Education and Experience:

• Prefer experience in a school business office or school-related environment

• High School Diploma required, Bachelors or Associates Degree preferred

• Computer skills including but not limited to proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Skills / Qualifications:

• High level of phone, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with administrators, peers, constituent district staff and public

• Ability to present a positive image for Kent City Community Schools and be a positive, supportive member of the administration team

• Ability to collaborate with administrators and other staff

• Ability to organize, prioritize and work independently as well as schedule and produce work in a timely manner

• Must be able to be discreet and keep information confidential