Summary: 

The Human Resources Associate is responsible for supporting employee engagement and events, benefits administration, new hire orientation, and employee communication.  The HR Associate works closely with NISC employees and coworkers in People Services as well as external vendors.  We are looking for a candidate who is committed to NISC’s Shared Values, enthusiastic about employee engagement, and passionate about creating a positive and supportive environment for NISC employees. 

Essential Duties: 

• Assist in developing strategies to engage employees at all locations, including in a remote work environment.
• Plan and execute employee events throughout the year.
• Facilitate NISC employee committees and coordinate and support events planned by employee committees.
• Serve as a contact for employees regarding policy, employee concerns and other HR-related questions.
• Provide support to NISC employees and record interactions in CRM tool.
• Assist in processing and administering benefits, including enrollments, changes, and coverage terminations.
• Assist with new hire orientation, including delivering time sheet training, and facility tours.
• Coordinate employee programs including educational assistance, technology loans, service awards, onsite wellness activities, employee safety, and onsite food vendors.
• Assist with employee records management, including maintaining employee information in the Human Resources Information System and filing and scanning records.
• Coordinate employee communications through the internal company website, including newsletters, blogs, forums, employee meetings, and company-wide announcements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred:

• Basic knowledge of business-related software applications including Microsoft Office and HR systems
• Ability to collaborate well with coworkers both within and outside People Services
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Strong customer service skills, including good telephone/email etiquette
• Ability to work effectively with outside vendors
• Basic research and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to set and manage internal and external customer expectations
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism, including when handling sensitive information
• Ability to adapt well to change
• Ability to perform work outside of regular business hours, as needed, to support employee events and activities
• Ability to travel up to four weeks per year as necessary to meet the goals and objectives of the position
• Commitment to NISC’s Shared Values: 
  • Integrity – We are committed to doing the right thing, always.
  • Relationships – We are committed to building and preserving lasting relationships.
  • Innovation – We promote the spirit of creativity and champion new ideas.
  • Teamwork – We exemplify the cooperative spirit by working together.
  • Empowerment – We believe individuals have the power to make a difference.
  • Personal Development – We believe the free exchange of knowledge and information is necessary to the success of each individual and the organization

Education Preferred:

Associate degree in human resources, accounting, or other business-related field, or 2 years of experience in a similar position.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

To perform the essential functions of this position, an employee must be able to see, hear, and speak; maintain a stationary position and move; operate a keyboard/computer; operate a motor vehicle; and lift up to 30 pounds. ** The foregoing physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.