Human Resources Associate

CHS Central Office - Hershey, PA

Full-Time

The Human Resources Associate of the Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning will support the HR Department at the Central Office in Hershey. This position will assist administratively with development, implementation, and administration of HR policies and procedures across the CHS Centers. In collaboration with the Central Office Recruiter and the larger HR Department, this individual will assist in coordinating efforts in benefits administration, recruiting, hiring, training of staff and will work to retain high-quality employees to support the CHS mission and vision. This individual will report directly to the CHS Human Resources Manager to discuss updates, progress and issues. Starting pay is in the range of $18.33 - $24.48 per hour, based on expertise.

Responsibilities:

Benefits administration duties related to new hire enrollment such as presenting benefits overview at new hire orientation, collecting enrollment documents, and processing new hire enrollments
Employee file preparation and maintenance; collecting DHS required items for all employees to ensure compliance
Communicating benefit related programs through benefit newsletter on a monthly basis
Assisting with HR reporting
Supporting activities relating to implementation of CHS's recruitment and onboarding processes to help attract top talent and retain a high performing workforce.
Maintaining the HRIS system with changes for employees related to job status, beneficiary updates, and other required maintenance related to either the organization, government regulations or the software provider
Assisting in coordinating the implementation of employee orientation, training programs, compensation & benefits, and professional development programs
Coordinating with the Human Resources Manager to address and resolve employee concerns in accordance with applicable policies and employment laws
Fostering an environment of positive employee-relations and promoting an open-door policy

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource or related field (preferred)
1-3 years-experience in Human Resources (preferred)
Experience using HRIS and ATS systems (preferred, PeopleSoft experience is a plus)
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, leveraging an empathetic and compassionate approach to HR that emphasizes people management
PHR certification (preferred)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Responsible, enthusiastic, and cares about working in a mission-focused organization
Demonstrated understanding of and ability to effectively work with low-income families (preferred)
Ability to proactively identify problems and implement solutions
Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback
Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and/or willingness to learn
Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for children
U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances

Who we are and what we’re looking for

At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day, creating an environment of mutual respect.

We strive to build a team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you, we look forward to seeing your application.

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About Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning

At Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning, we nurture children, support them in discovering their world, and help them grow to reach their fullest potential. We are passionate educators, caregivers, and role models dedicated to successful early childhood development. We believe that a rich and solid foundation, along with a nurturing and supportive environment, is critical to helping children grow. We focus on the whole child, helping them flourish in mind and body. And we set them on a path to become their strongest, brightest, and best selves in school and beyond.

Catherine Hershey’s dream was to provide children with a well-rounded education and care full of compassion and kindness. That dream lives on in her name and is our mission at Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning.

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Equal employment opportunity policy

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning does not discriminate against applicants or employees, in hiring, promotion or any terms or conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion or religious creed, veteran status, disability or use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals, or any other status protected under applicable federal or Pennsylvania law.