Our Human Resource Department currently has Full Time (40-hour) Human Resource Systems Specialist position available. The Human Resource Systems Specialist performs human resources-related duties at the professional level and may carry out responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas: Onboarding, retention, training, regulation, document retention, departmental procedure creation/editing and workflow assessment. Responsible for on-boarding of applicants and internal transfer requests. Oversee and maintain HR systems and procedures. Act as the HR systems expert. Expertly work within the HRIS and ATS system. Act as a liaison with other departments. Works closely with the Talent Acquisition Specialist regarding recruiting, advertising, marketing and employee retention. Supervises HR Assistant

Anticipated Shift:

A typical work week is Monday through Friday during agency business hours. Due to the nature of the position, schedule flexibility is given and expected in return. As a Human Resource Systems Specialist, you must be available for some evenings and occasional weekend hours; as needs require, for recruitment events, projects, trainings, and agency events. Travel between the two Administrative Offices is required for applicant on-boarding, agency events and some recruitment (Quaker Road, Queensbury & Krumkill Road, Slingerlands); as well as travel within the 3 counties and outside for recruitment events. This is hourly non-exempt position.

What's in it for You:

• Work where you AND the work you do are valued
• Positive work environment, with advancement potential, for dedicated professionals
• Generous planned time off, and sick time, group health & dental insurance, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plans, HSA & FSA
• Work for an agency that welcomes and supports: diversity, individuality, and individual expression of our employees and he people we support

A committed Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

• An associates degree is required. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred. HRCI – aPHR/PHR/SPHR, SHRM-SCP/CP are strongly preferred, but not required. A willingness to obtain certification in HR is required.
• One to two years prior experience in Human Resources is required. Experience with HRIS/Applicant Tracking System is required.
• Prefer two to three years of Human Resource Administration/Management preferred.
• Must function as the HR systems expert. Responsible for: creating, assessing, editing, and teaching HR workflow and procedures.
• The ability to multitask, problem solve and adapt to the changing needs of Human Resources and WWAARC is required
• Must be able to work independently and in teams.
• Strong communication skills are required: in person, phone, written, email, and videoconferencing.
• Strong computer skills required: Word, Excel, must be willing to learn new computer programs
• WAARC Agency insurable Driver’s License is required