Human Resources Specialist
2 days ago
San Antonio
Job Description SAMMinistries Job Description Job Title: Human Resources Specialist/Generalist Location: SAMMinistries Administrative Offices Reports To: Director of Human Resources FLSA Status: Salaried Non-Exempt Prepared By: Director of Human Resources Approved By: President and CEO Approval Date: September 9 2025 Salary Range: $45,000 -$55,000 Annually SUMMARY: The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for supporting the organization’s HR functions by administering policies, procedures, and programs that ensure compliance with employment laws while fostering a positive workplace culture. This role provides guidance to employees and managers in areas such as recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and training. The HR Specialist serves as a key resource for HR-related inquiries, maintains accurate employee records, and contributes to initiatives that promote employee engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist with full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, scheduling interviews, and onboarding new hires., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HRIS and personnel files., • Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and responding to employee questions., • Support employee relations by addressing inquiries, assisting with conflict resolution, and escalating issues when needed., • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies., • Coordinate and support performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and feedback., • Assist with training and development initiatives to support employee growth and compliance requirements., • Prepare HR reports, metrics, and documentation as requested by management., • Participate in HR projects and initiatives to improve processes, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness., • Process and review payroll accurately and timely, ensuring compliance with wage and hour regulations and resolving discrepancies as needed., • Provide administrative support to the HR department, including correspondence, recordkeeping, and policy updates. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS • Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity when handling employee and organizational information., • Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills in all interactions with employees, managers, and external partners., • Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with attention to detail and accuracy., • Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and accuracy of work., • Stay informed on HR best practices, policies, and employment law changes to ensure compliance and continuous improvement., • Exhibit a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all HR practices., • Approach problem-solving with a proactive, solution-focused mindset., • Collaborate effectively with team members, management, and other departments to support organizational goals., • Maintain flexibility and adaptability in response to changing organizational needs., • Uphold the organization’s mission, values, and culture in daily work and decision-making. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred; however, a minimum of three years of experience in payroll, or human resources may be considered in place of a degree. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of state and local payroll taxes, taxable and non-taxable deductions, and prior experience with benefits administration is a plus. Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills are required. Experience in payroll, accounts payable, or related financial functions within a government, quasi-governmental, or nonprofit organization is highly desirable and may substitute for degree requirements.. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. LANGUAGE SKILLS It is imperative that the person in this position possess strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and computer literacy skills; strong attention to detail, accuracy and capable of meeting deadlines; ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations; ability to write business correspondence, and policies; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, prospective employees, and the general public. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Candidate must have a valid Texas Driver's License, a good driving record, reliable transportation and proper insurance coverage on automobile used for work. Monthly mileage reimbursed for applicable and documented work-related mileage. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to operate a computer, copier, fax machine, and a telephone with intercom. Ability to work in Microsoft Windows XP and Office Suite applications; a willingness to learn new programs and applications is essential; ability to follow instructions, think conceptually, set priorities and interface effectively with staff; ability to coordinate work requirements and to handle several projects simultaneously; ability to work conscientiously without supervision; must have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and public speaking ability; ability to maintain strict confidentiality and interact well with all constituencies; ability to work independently but also be flexible in providing assistance as needed. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is indoors and outdoors as needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Workload may dictate work hours in excess of 40 hours per week. EEO SAMMinistries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SAMMinistries complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.