Human Resources Specialist

Position Summary:
The Human Resources Specialist supports the day-to-day execution of AIA’s human resources and people operations functions, ensuring effective execution of HR programs, processes, and initiatives. In this role, you will manage the talent acquisition process, manage the annual internship program and handle various administrative tasks within the human resources department. The Human Resources Specialist brings a customer service focus to creating a positive experience for all employees.

The ideal candidate is an organized, discreet, collegial, and solutions-oriented HR professional who demonstrates sound judgment and a strong commitment to service. The incumbent will work closely with the Vice President, Human Resources & People Operations to support departmental priorities and initiatives. Exceptional attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for success in this role. The Human Resources Specialist must be able to effectively manage multiple priorities, shift between immediate and longer-term assignments, maintain accurate and well-organized records, and consistently meet changing deadlines. The Specialist also serves as a backup resource for designated payroll and benefits administration activities, ensuring continuity of these functions as needed.

This position reports to the Vice President, Human Resources & People Operations.

The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $77,000.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition (50%)

• Perform routine tasks related to crafting vacancy announcements, managing job postings, organizing interview schedules.
• Coordinate AIA’s in-house applicant tracking process, including collecting and reviewing resumes, conducting candidate pre-screens, triaging applicants, maintaining accurate candidate records, and tracking candidates through each stage of the recruitment process.
• Works collaboratively to onboard/offboard voluntary departing employees. Communicate requests for IT and accounting access, provide office tours for new hires.
• Coordinate all aspects of the annual internship program including recruitment, maintaining communication with interns and host organizations, arrange external field trips, organize welcome and farewell activities.
• Maintain accurate and current job descriptions, coordinating updates as needed to support organizational and regulatory requirements.

Coordinate Administrative Functions of the Human Resources Department (50%)

• Support the ongoing review and maintenance of the Employee Handbook to ensure policies and procedures remain current and aligned with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Coordinate the administration of annual employee engagement and pulse surveys, employee referral and recognition programs, including the purchase, tracking, and distribution of gift cards.
• Research workplace trends and benchmark data related to workforce practices and summarize findings for HR leadership.
• Maintain HR dashboards and recurring workforce reports, compile HR metrics, validate data accuracy, and prepare information for review by HR leadership.
• Provide ongoing administrative support for AIA’s internal AI-powered HR resource, including maintaining approved HR content and identifying information requiring updates.
• Provide operational support to the payroll department by serving as a backup for the bi-weekly payroll process.
• Maintain the HR training calendar and coordinate meetings and training sessions, including agenda preparation, logistics management, and follow-up on HR action items.
• Prepare and distribute the monthly HR newsletter highlighting key AIA updates, upcoming events, milestones, achievements, or upcoming initiatives.
• Participate in special projects, focus groups, and other assignments as needed.