Human Resources Specialist
Classification: Part-Time, 24 hrs/wk, Non-Exempt
Ministry Area: People and Strategy – Human Resources
Location: Chanhassen
Reports to: Director of People and Strategy
Westwood’s Way of Life:
Be and love like Jesus
Westwood’s Purpose and Mission:
To know God and share Jesus through loving others here, near, and far
Ministry Area Purpose:
Human Resources exists to deliver value-added people strategies and innovative solutions with excellence for God’s Kingdom.
Role:
To provide overall assistance to the Human Resources department, while leading the strategic objective to recalibrate, document, and manage processes and approaches for recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding.
Responsibilities:
· Sourcing and Recruiting:
o Partner with Department Managers to plan staffing needs and requests
o Develop extensive networks and establish relationships with schools
o Create job postings and utilize various recruitment sources
o Handle all incoming resumes, distribute new applications to hiring managers, and track and communicate dispositions
o Create and maintain a standard approach to the interview process
· Staffing and Onboarding:
o Facilitate decision-making with Department Managers to determine hire and extend and negotiate job offers
o Conduct background and reference checks for new hires and volunteers
o Facilitate New Hire orientation, prepare onboarding welcome kits, and continually improve the presentation and delivery of the new hire folder and materials
· HR Information:
o Create and maintain personnel files and new hire records in payroll/HRIS systems
o Assist HR Manager and Department personnel to write/update job descriptions
o Track recruiting success metrics such as candidate experience, budget adherence, and other relevant data points
o Support the review process with notification and tracking systems to assure timely 90-day and annual reviews
· Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
· Align to and live out the Westwood Staff Values:
o Head High
o Heart Soft
o Arms Linked
o Feet Forward
Requirements
· Someone who lives a life that honors God in heart, actions, and relationships, with the goal of becoming more like Jesus
· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred
· PHR or SHRM-CP preferred
· Two years’ experience in human resources or related positions in secular or Christian settings
· Recruiting experience preferred
· Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
· Experience with databases and/or HRIS
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
· Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
· Ability to apply strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to drive results
· Ability to handle confidential information professionally
· Endorse and support Westwood’s Statement of Faith
· Maintain regular attendance in a local church