HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST - Maternity Leave

Job Description
Job Description
NOW HIRING: HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST - Maternity Leave
Location:
Upper West Side – New York, NY
Pay:
$35–$45/hour
Type:- Maternity Leave 4 months
We are seeking an experienced
Human Resources Specialist to support onboarding, new hire orientation, and pre-employment processes for a busy organization.

Key Responsibilities

Manage onboarding, including preparing and sending offer letters and welcome communications
Coordinate background checks, employment physicals, references, license verifications, and other pre-hire requirements
Determine whether new hires have met requirements and are cleared to begin employment
Coordinate with IT, Credentialing, HR, and other departments to ensure new employees are properly set up
Plan and coordinate New Hire Orientation (NHO), including schedules, presenters, training rooms, and communications
Track and update NHO schedules and send new hire information to appropriate staff
Ensure orientation presentations and materials are current and ready
Enter required employee trainings into the HRIS
Maintain accurate onboarding records and escalate issues when necessary
Work flexible hours during orientation weeks to welcome and assist new hires
Qualifications:
Associate degree required
Minimum
2 years of similar HR experience
, preferably within an organization of 250+ employees
Experience with
HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment