***Resume and Cover Letter Required.***

ABOUT DC CENTRAL KITCHEN:

DC Central Kitchen (DCCK), an equal opportunity employer, is a nationally acclaimed nonprofit that develops innovative social ventures aimed at breaking the cycle of hunger and poverty. Our mission is to use food as a tool to strengthen bodies, empower minds and build communities. Since 1989, we have prepared at-risk adults with histories of incarceration, addiction, homelessness, trauma, and chronic unemployment for meaningful careers in the food service industry. We in turn hire many of our graduates to support our social venture portfolio, which includes preparing 12,000 meals for our community each day, catering corporate events, and delivering fresh produce and healthy snacks to corner stores in areas of Washington DC without grocery stores. Our commitment to making the most of our human capital starts with an intensely value-driven work environment that is purposefully diverse, proudly unconventional, and dedicated to relentless, incremental improvements.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

The Human Resources (HR) department at DC Central Kitchen takes a strengths-based approach to managing all aspects of the employee experience. As a critical strategic partner, the HR team works closely with leadership and staff at all levels to foster a values-driven culture that empowers employees and enables organizational effectiveness. From talent acquisition to talent development and management, our HR professionals work to attract, develop, and retain talented and motivated individuals who are inspired by DCCK’s mission. We recognize the importance of building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for professional growth and development.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources (HR) Specialist will be instrumental in driving the effectiveness and efficiency of a comprehensive spectrum of HR functions. This role will be at the forefront of day-to-day HR operational support for recruiting, onboarding, and performance management processes, leave and benefit administration, HR data systems maintenance, reporting and analytics, employee relations, compliance monitoring, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures (including updating the HR SOP manual).

The successful candidate will have high attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality. They should also be highly organized, adaptable to a dynamic HR environment, and demonstrate a customer service-oriented approach while aligning with the organization's mission and values.

** This is an in-person position.**

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Implement recruiting plans and strategies for attracting, selecting, and hiring diverse candidates for positions across all departments.
• Utilize internal applicant tracking system and leverage external job boards in support of recruiting objectives.
• Assist with the planning, preparation, hosting, and administration of regularly scheduled New Hire Orientation.
• Develop / update job descriptions in cooperation with supervisors.
• Assess talent acquisition and retention trends. Monitor the completion of surveys including new employee feedback at the 30 – day, 90 – day, and 6 – month checkpoints, synthesize information, and work with the Director to develop continuous improvement plans.

Employee Experience

• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to managers/supervisors, help execute and resolve employee relations issues and facilitate corrective action communications.
• Conduct timely, thorough, and effective investigations and report findings to Director, Human Resources.
• Interpret policies and procedures and resolve issues with employees in regard to adherence of DCCK policies and procedures.
• Track and analyze key metrics, make improvements to streamline and enhance the employee and manager experiences in such areas as onboarding, performance management, and career development.

Benefit and Leave Administration

• Verify completion and accuracy of employment paperwork and collaborate with Director, Human Resources to support timely processing of payroll with minimal errors.
• Facilitate benefits enrollment paperwork both at time of eligibility and during open enrollment.
• Assist with open enrollment meetings activities including conducting presentations.
• Document employee actions and submit information to payroll in a timely manner.
• Coordinate medical care for injured employees ensuring accurate and timely completion and filing of applicable paperwork.
• Timely and accurately administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, DC Paid Leave, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits.

Critical Evaluation and Process Improvement

• Support the department’s ongoing continuous improvement processes by creating and generating ad hoc reports and participating in critical evaluations and discussions to drive improvement.
• Administer surveys, collect data, and submit reports by deadlines.
• Manage the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to maintain accurate employee records.
• Provide weekly summary report of HR activities to Director, Human Resources.
• Generate reports and analytics for HR and management decision-making.
• Work with the Director and the Chief Human Capital Officer to identify gaps in existing HR policies and procedures, contribute to the development of new/amended HR policies and procedures, and facilitate delivery across the organization.
• Provide support as required to maintain quality relationships with our customers and / or perform duties and tasks needed to support the department’s efforts and drive the vision, mission, and values of DC Central Kitchen.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors’ degree and 2 – 4 years of related experience (nonprofit HR experience preferred) OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (experience crafting job descriptions and Standard Operating Procedures preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with HR software that drive processes like recruiting, onboarding, and performance management; Experience with email marketing platforms like MailChimp or preferred
• Strong sense of integrity, confidentiality, diplomacy, and professionalism
• Self‐motivated with a strong sense of urgency and ability to work independently
• Highly organized and detail‐oriented
• Ability to prioritize tasks as needed
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• A pre-employment background check and drug screening are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be capable of independent local travel.
• Must be able to attend occasional night and weekend events.
• May occasionally move Audio/Visual and other office equipment or lightweight items weighing up to 20 pounds for various meeting and event needs. Some functions of this position may require moderate physical activity, including transporting, positioning, installing, or removing office equipment items, such as printers, computers, phones, and so on.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office and commercial kitchen space to access supplies, materials, file cabinets, office machinery, etc.; constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer; constantly positions self to access and maintain computer equipment; and must be able to remain in a stationery position for at least 50% of the time.
• Must be able to work in an environment where exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, fumes, dirt, smoke, loud noise, and a variety of odors is common.
• This job description is subject to change at any time.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (DCCK pays 100% of employee premiums for individual coverage)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (daycare, healthcare, and parking)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and personal leave)
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Bonding Leave for new parents
• Commuter Benefits plan
• Matching 401(k) program
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Wellness Reimbursement program

NOTE:

This document is an outline of the primary tasks assigned and may be changed at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. All team members are expected to assist DC Central Kitchen in achieving its goals even if such tasks are beyond the scope of this outline. The job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

DC Central Kitchen is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a Strengths-based organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person