Human Resources Specialist I

Job Type: Staff Job Description: The Human Resources Specialist I - Generalist Support provides broad, employee-facing Human Resources support across the employee life cycle and helps coordinate the day-to-day operational activities of the HR department. This position serves as a welcoming first point of contact for employees and visitors, supports HR events and communications, coordinates new employee orientation logistics, assists with employee wellness programming, and provides routine Time and Absence support.

The HR Specialist works collaboratively with HR team members and campus partners to provide responsive service, accurate information, organized processes, and a positive employee experience across both KCU campuses.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: HR Specialist / Employee-Facing Generalist Services Provide employee-facing HR support throughout the employee life cycle, from hire through separation Serve as an accessible first point of contact for routine employee and manager HR questions and connect individuals with the appropriate HR resource when additional expertise is required Support employee transactions and maintain accurate employee information in Workday Assist with onboarding, employee changes, employment documentation, records, reporting, and separation activities Respond to routine questions regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, time and absence, payroll-related processes, and Workday transactions within the scope of the position Partner with HR II Generalists and other HR functional specialists to support timely resolution of employee needs Provide responsive, accurate, and employee-centered HR service while maintaining confidentiality and appropriate documentation New Employee Orientation Lead Coordinate and lead new employee orientation logistics for both campuses, ensuring a consistent and welcoming onboarding experience Schedule orientation dates, rooms, speakers, food/catering, and other program logistics Coordinate orientation materials, presentations, communications, and other support needs Coordinate new employee photographs, temporary badges, and required notifications to appropriate campus partners Partner with HR team members and University departments to continually improve the new employee orientation experience HR Team Support Provide administrative and operational support to the HR team across both campuses Assist with HR purchasing, scheduling, materials, meetings, and other department operational needs Provide project and administrative support to HR functional leads during high-volume periods, annual processes, and special initiatives Serve as backup support to other HR team members as needed Wellness Partner Provide operational and event support for KCyou Well-Being programs and activities Coordinate room scheduling and other event logistics Coordinate purchasing of awards, supplies, and materials Assist with scheduling, purchasing, and payment processes for wellness vendors and activities…

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