
HR Specialist
Reports To: Manager
Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
FLSA Status: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
Please note that this position is Part Time- 15-25 hours.
We are seeking a Part-Time HR Specialist to support our growing team, with a primary focus on recruiting, interview coordination, and learning management. This role will be responsible for sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, and managing the hiring process while also facilitating employee training through the company’s Learning Management System (LMS). Additionally, the HR Specialist will provide support in onboarding, compliance, employee relations, and HR administration. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing multiple HR functions in a fast-paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop job postings.
- Utilize job boards, social media, and networking to attract top talent.
- Schedule phone interviews, in-person interviews, coordinate logistics, and communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Conduct initial phone screenings and assess candidate qualifications.
- Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR records.
- Assist with new hire onboarding and offer letters as needed.
- Conduct background & credit checks
- Support managers in identifying learning and development needs
- Coordinate training to be completed through the Watercress Learning Management System
- Assist in updating company policies and procedures such as the handbook and other onboarding documents.
- Assist in preparing and processing payroll in the absence of the primary payroll processor, ensuring timely and accurate payroll distribution
- Support other HR functions, such as employee engagement, compliance, and reporting, as time allows.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Associates degree in Human Resource Management or Business related fields or 2+ years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition or HR generalist roles.
- HR Certification- PHR, SHRM-CP are a plus but not required
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting platforms.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in HR-related tasks such as onboarding, compliance, and employee relations is a plus.
APPLY TO WORK AT WATERCRESS FINANCIAL
What does the hiring process look like after submitting a resume?
- If you see a position that you feel aligns with your skillset, apply! Our HR team will review your resume and determine if your background is what we are looking for. Talented candidates will be contacted to do a phone screen.
- Candidates that are selected will be asked to do an in-person or virtual interview with the hiring manager. A second interview with additional managers or members of the executive team may be necessary depending on the position.
- The hiring manager will then select a candidate to receive an offer for the position!
- Once an offer letter has been signed, all positions will be asked to complete a background and credit check to be completed prior to hire.
- It’s time to start your new position at Watercress Financial!