ABOUT THE ROLE: The Town of Salem is seeking an enthusiastic HR Specialist with excellent communication skills to join our HR team. This is a full-time, exempt, onsite position responsible for recruitment, benefits, workers' compensation, leave management, coordinating training, and wellness activities. The HR Specialist will work closely with the Human Resources Director and focus on supporting the day-to-day operations of HR, playing a key role in employee engagement and fostering a positive culture.
ACCOUNTABILITY: This position will report directly to the HR Director
DUTIES:
- Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and employee orientation processes
- Administer employee benefits and assist employees and retirees with HR-related inquiries
- Maintain confidential personnel records and HR documentation
- Support wellness initiatives, employee engagement programs, and training activities
- Process personnel action notices and assist with workers' compensation administration
- Coordinate recruitment postings, applicant tracking, background checks, and pre-employment processes
- Assist with offboarding, COBRA notifications, and employee separations
- Provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Department
REQUIREMENTS: (below is a summary, please see job description for full details.)
- Associate degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or related field preferred
- Minimum of four (4) years of professional HR experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems preferred
For full details of requirements and other considerations, please see the full job description.
What We Offer:
Benefits are provided by the Town and described in the Non-Affiliated Employees Benefit Guide, and including the following:
- Annual paid time off - Up to 30 days of PTO (monthly accrual of 18.75 hours); 12 holidays and 2 ½ days (Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve).
- Health, and Vision Insurance HSA with 91% Employer contribution to premiums
- Dental Insurance
- New Hampshire Retirement System - Defined benefit pension plan
- STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
If you already have qualifying insurance, the Town will pay the employee $5,000 annually to waive coverage.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates must complete a Town of Salem Employment Application and submit a resume and cover letter. Applications will be held in confidence. Candidates will be rated based on education, assessment, training, and experience related to the job requirements. Please provide complete and accurate educational and employment information. Pre-employment testing includes educational and criminal background checks.
Closing Date: open until filled.