Hr Specialist- Human Resources

Job Type
Full-time
Description
ABOUT PUBLIC COUNSEL
Public Counsel is the largest pro bono public interest law firm in the country. Founded in 1970, it is dedicated to advancing equal justice under law and addressing economic, racial, social, and other inequities by delivering free legal and social services to the most vulnerable members of our community. Public Counsel operates eight legal projects: Children's Rights, Community Development, Consumer Rights & Economic Justice, Homelessness Prevention, Immigrants' Rights, Veterans' Rights, the Audrey Irmas Project for Women & Girls' Rights, and our impact litigation project, Opportunity Under Law.
Public Counsel has a full-time staff of over 150. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities.
ABOUT HUMAN RESOURCES
At Public Counsel the Human Resources department is tasked with interpreting city, state, and federal guidance for our growing workforce. Other Human Resources responsibilities include oversight over compensation strategy, benefits, recruitment and retention, employee engagement, performance management, and many other responsibilities.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Associate HR Manager, the HR Specialist will;

• Support the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department;
• Support recruiting efforts by posting job openings, disseminating to several job boards, and researching other recruitment platforms;
• Assist with the onboarding process of all new hires;
• Responsible for file maintenance and auditing files (including personnel and I-9 files);
• Support HR team with creating reports as well as assist with audits;
• Handle benefits administration including; enrollments, terminations, processing changes, and reviewing monthly invoices for accuracy;
• Assist with updating and maintaining HRIS system (Paylocity) and other HR-related systems;
• Assist with company recognition programs, events, and celebrations;
• Provide coverage for the reception desk when needed;
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred but will consider relevant HR experience;
• Previous work experience and working knowledge in an HR position;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Detail-oriented, outstanding organizational skills, and ability to multitask;
• Ability to handle sensitive information and matters, and maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment - while being flexible, adaptable and demonstrating an ability to problem solve;
• Ability to work both independently and in teams;
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds; and
• Commitment to gender/racial/social justice and the mission of Public Counsel.

JOB TYPE AND BENEFITS

• Full-time, Non-Exempt position
• Non-Bargaining
• Salary Range: The annual salary range for this position is $55,000 - $62,000.
• Public Counsel offers a competitive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with both HMO and PPO options,
• The option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account,
• A 403(b) retirement plan with elective contribution and a discretionary employer contribution after one year of employment, and
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans.
• Generous paid time off
• Parking and transit benefits

HOW TO APPLY
We value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider discussing such experiences in your cover letter, especially if they are not reflected in your resume.
PUBLIC COUNSEL VACCINATION POLICY AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Public Counsel requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees, including new hires . Pursuant to federal and state laws, Public Counsel will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship.
Public Counsel is generally office-based, but remote work has been permitted during the pandemic. As of June 6, 2022, all employees with Public Counsel will be required to work in the office at least one day per week, at the discretion of the head of department. This policy is subject to redesign by leadership. Public Counsel will work in a manner consistent with public health and local and state emergency orders.
PUBLIC COUNSEL EEO POLICY
Public Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on the basis of union membership or activity, race, religious creed, religious observance, ethnicity, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or predisposition, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, child birth and related medical conditions, marital and family status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical conditions as defined by state or federal law, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.
All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge and general treatment during employment.