What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Coordinator position at Nashville Zoo?
Job Details
Description
Position Title: Recruiting Coordinator
Department: Human Resources
Supervisor: Chief Human Resources Officer
Company Overview:
Nashville Zoo is dedicated to inspiring a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation, and leadership. With a diverse collection of animals and a commitment to wildlife preservation, we provide engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.
Description: The Human Resource Coordinator is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level with a focus on recruiting and onboarding.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of the onboarding and recruiting processes;
- Oversee the offboarding process;
- Conduct candidate phone screens as needed;
- Extend employment offers;
- Maintain the applicant tracking system;
- Present weekly new hire onboarding classes;
- Schedule and attend community job fairs;
- Track various employee related items including mandatory (and other) training, vaccinations, company issued items and coordinate with related vendors;
- Maintain HRIS records and compile reports from the database;
- Oversee employee event planning;
- Track and coordinate non-insurance benefits such as tickets (zoo and local events) and assist with employee welfare events;
- Draft and design employee flyers and posted communications;
- Oversee the staff communication portal;
- Other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule:
- M – F, 8AM – 5PM;
- Weekend rotation required during peak season (March - October);
- Must be able to attend after-hour staff and zoo events as needed;
- Must be able to adjust work schedule as needed.
Skills & Competencies:
- Must be able to build healthy, professional relationships with job candidates and employees;
- Solid understanding of HR and employment law concepts;
- Ability to accurately process data and self-review work;
- Ability to learn various third-party systems used to streamline many HR admin functions;
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, & PowerPoint;
- Ability to speak and deliver new hire information in front of a class in a clear and professional manner;
- Excellent organizational and communication skills;
- Strong business writing and document formatting skills;
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred - high school diploma required;
- 2 years of progressive HR and recruiting experience required;
- Experience with Paycom a plus.
Physical Requirement & Work Environment
- Work environment is usually in an office setting; must be able to make frequent rounds throughout the zoo;
- Must be able to view a computer screen and type for extended periods of time;
- Must be able to speak clearly to conduct phone screens and deliver new hire class content.
Benefits:
The Nashville Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees supporting our employees’ total well-being needs, including a comprehensive & affordable medical, dental & vision coverage ( staring the first day of the month following 30 days of hire), Employee Assistance Programs, 401(k) plan with company match after a year of service. Paid Time off and Sick Leave, company paid long-term disabilities, park discounts and membership.
Pre-employment requirements:
Nashville Zoo is an EEO Institution and a Drug Free Workplace.
Offered candidates for this position are required to submit to a criminal background check and successfully pass a drug test.
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