Human Resources Specialist I

Job Code: HRSPC - 111
Revision Date: April 01, 2026

Salary Range: $18.59 hourly; $38,672 annually
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Overview

We are an agency committed to innovative behavioral health services in trauma-informed care that promote healing and recovery to instill a sense of empowerment and foster a lifelong sense of resilience.

General Description

The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for the front desk activities of the HR Department, providing assistance to in-person visitors, as well as those emailing HR, or calling via the telephone. This role provides administrative and training support to the human resources department as needed including basic office operations, record keeping, file maintenance, and HRIS entry. This position requires the incumbent to operate in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, as well as with EHN company policies, standards, and ethical guidelines. The HR Specialist is also expected to help foster positive relationships with internal and external business partners so that the HR Department functions to maintain credibility and consistency within the organization and the community.

This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position, as necessary.

• The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position, as necessary.
• Primarily responsible for basic office operations include review and distribution of department mail, making copies, scanning documents, filing, creating informational packets, office supply ordering, and ensuring that all office equipment is fully operational and properly maintained.
• Provides basic administrative support to Chief and Director of Human Resources to include coordination of schedules and communication.
• Provides timely and respectful HR related service to EHN employees and potential employees at the HR front desk, via email communication, and via the telephone.
• Responsible for all Human Resources e-mail inbox responses and/or dissemination to team.
• Accountable for ensuring that all employee paper and electronic files are kept organized, up to date, and are readily accessible.
• Accountable for the proper completion of data entry, research, or other HR related projects as assigned.
• Completes work and projects as assigned and works to ensure that all assignments are completed with a high degree of work integrity and delivered as promised.
• Actively promotes safety and health practices and wellness among Associates.
• Assists the Human Resources Department in Audit related functions to include reporting and maintenance of records.
• Assists the Chief of Human Resources and team with completing department goals and objectives to be consistent with the priorities, policies, and procedures developed by the Chief Administrative Officer.
• The HR Specialist will be the designated back-up support for the training department.
• Responsible for the EHN Continuing Education process.
• Responsible for the tracking of all EHN retention agreements to include processing deductions.
• All other duties as assigned by Chief of Human Resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires Bacherlor's Degree, (1) year of experience in office support, clerical or data entry, customer service, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Required Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of trauma-informed theories, principals, and practices (includes multi-faceted understanding of concepts such as community trauma, intergenerational and historical trauma, parallel processes, and universal precautions), preferred.

Physical Demands

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
• Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
• Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
• Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
• Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
• Traffic; Moving machinery.
• Electrical shock; Heights.
• Radiation; Disease/pathogens.
• Toxic/caustic chemicals; Explosives; Violence.
• Other extreme hazards not listed above.

Special Certifications and Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid state Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass a TB, criminal background, and drug screen.
• HR Certification preferred (SHRM-CP, PHR)
• Must obtain training certifications (PMAB, CPR, BLS) within 90 days of hire as required.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Emergence Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Emergence Health Network to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Other Job Characteristics

• Staffing requirements, including criteria that staff have diverse disciplinary backgrounds, have necessary State required license and accreditation, and are culturally and linguistically trained to serve the needs of the clinic's patient population.
• Credentialed, certified, and licensed professionals with adequate training in person-centered, family-centered, trauma informed, culturally-competent and recovery-oriented care.
• Responsible for adhering to the EHN common purpose and service framework to continuously provide exceptional care to all constituents.

Note: This Class Description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Emergence Health Network and an employee and is subject to change by the Emergence Health Network as its needs change.