The Salvation Army

Northwest Divisional Headquarters

New Hire & Safety Coordinator

Summary:

Provide professional human resource services to employees, advice, assistance and follow-up on Salvation Army policies, procedures, and documentation. Coordinate the resolution of specific policy-related and procedural problems and inquiries. Involved in direct implementation of human resources policies, programs, and procedures. Advise management and employees on issues or problems relating to human resources. Work in all areas of human resources with emphases on recruiting and safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related field and three years of professional human resources experience, or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of contemporary human resources principles practices and processes
• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting human resources
• Experience using payroll database
• Ability to use the internet: Sterling Testing System for Motor Vehicle (MVR) checks and Safety Training on the Web for driver safety, general safety, and other types of training
• Skill in both verbal and written communication
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees while inspiring respect, credibility, and integrity
• Demonstrated ability to positively influence human resource decision-makers
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a complex operating environment.
• Problem analysis and resolution skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and objectivity
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated skill and ability

General Responsibilities:

· Responsible for various human resource activities including, but not limited to hiring, recruiting, employment, compensation, labor relations, and training and development

· Process the Payroll Status Change for hourly and exempt employees (new hire, termination, status changes) on a daily or weekly basis as needed.

· Provide a new hire report to the Payroll Manager and Director of Human Resources on a weekly basis

· Enter new hires; pay rate changes, termination information into the computer for all DHQ, units and corps employees and officers.

· Interview job applicants; review applications/resumes; evaluate applicant’s skills and make recommendations regarding applicant's qualifications

· Develop and maintain relationship with employment agencies, universities and other recruitment sources

· Coordinate new employee orientations and exit interviews with conjunction with other HR staff

· Prepare weekly HR agenda by 10:00 am the day previous to the DFC meeting in conjunction with the HR Assistant and HR Director

· Provide advice, assistance and follow-up on company policies, procedures, and documentation

· Advise managers, supervisors and employees on human resources policies. May assist in developing departmental policies and practices that interpret and comply with Salvation Army policy and applicable Federal, State, and local laws. Escalates issues, where appropriate, to a higher-level authority within the department for decision

· Advise managers and supervisors on classification/compensation options available; assist in job description development and modifications.

· Assist departments with personnel/payroll related inquiries; advises and assists on current departmental HR procedures related to employee records; coordinates activities and acts as liaison between departments and central HR staff

· Provide information and consultation regarding employment issues, e.g. transfers, promotion/ demotion, reduction-in-force, placement, independent contractor status, etc.

· Oversee employee events to ensure adherence to the Employee Recognition Guidelines

· Prepare ReportSmith/Crystal, and other reports as needed

· Perform other HR duties as assigned

Safety and HR Training:

· Conduct Safety and other Summit Training throughout the division

· Run MVR checks on all employees who drive Army vehicles

· Conduct driver safety training annually throughout the division

· Maintain all safety records

Physical Capabilities:

· Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis

· Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead

· Ability to operate telephone

· Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer

· Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

· Ability to access and produce information form a computer

· Ability to understand written information

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

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