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SalaryWho We Are:
We are a national, innovative, high-growth software company devoted to K12 education administration. Our products beat the competition by focusing on all business operations of K12 schools, including both financial and school nutrition management. We have a deep understanding of K12 school systems and regulations, with a focus on providing creative, integrated and user-friendly solutions supported by excellent customer service. Our workforce is talented, loyal, dedicated and highly enthusiastic. This is a fantastic career opportunity for the right individual.
We offer challenging work in a team environment. We respect each other and collaborate for continuous improvement. We are the experts in our product lines and we anticipate the needs of our customers. Our customers say we work efficiently and always strive to provide the proper solution. We have achieved this by building relationships based upon:expertise, patience, attentiveness, clear positive communication, tenacity, and a calm presence.
LINQ is on a mission to empower central office heroes who make K-12 districts and schools stronger. LINQ improves efficiency, optimizes performance, and manages compliance through its suite of administrative, financial, and nutritional solutions; allowing administrators to make a bigger impact for their staff, students, and communities. LINQ is the first company to deliver a full suite of integrated solutions to manage operations at the state, district, and school levels. LINQ has helped over 30,000 schools and served over 17 million students to increase K-12 potential.
LINQ’s Values:
Count on us - We’re ready and reliable for our partners and each other
Class of our own - We hold ourselves to a high standard of excellence
Fair and Square - Integrity and mutual respect are table stakes
Nourish Connection - We foster a culture of teamwork and trust
Educated Advancement - Our deep knowledge and experience propel our development
About The Team:
At LINQ, our people are our most important asset. The People department puts people first in a way that supports both our employees and the business. Due to rapid company growth, the People team is going through a transformation, working to create a culture of purpose, not just a paycheck. We do this through recognizing and rewarding top performance, creating a positive employee experience and a learning & growth mindset for all employees.
About The Role:
- Lead the development and implementation of positive employee relations initiatives.
- Provide coaching to employees and managers to ensure accurate interpretation and adherence to company HR policies, contributing to the maintenance of positive employee relations.
- Oversee all aspects of the new hire onboarding process, ensuring a seamless and comprehensive orientation experience.
Primary Objectives:
- Build and maintain influential relationships by being a strategic partner with management and an advocate for employees.
- Be a role model leader and an advocate of change, building organizational trust and promoting a positive workplace environment, partnering, and communicating with leadership on trends.
- Manage HR initiatives, interpret and apply policies and HR procedures, develop, and maintain an effective new employee onboarding process.
- Review, interpret, administer, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and company policies and procedures partnering with the People Team and legal on any agency change responses.
- Iterate on the company’s policies and tailor them to help attract, develop, and retain world-class talent. Lead employee relations and keep a pulse on happenings both big and small within the organizations you support
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Develop and execute positive employee relations initiatives. Coach employees and managers on correct interpretation and administration of Company HR policy. Assist in maintaining positive employee relations.
- Coordinate all phases of the new hire onboarding process:
- Coordinate new hire orientation schedules with IT and the training team.
- Ensure managers organize team meetings, trainings, welcome lunches, and expectation meetings.
- Verify accurate entry of employee data into the HRIS platform.
- Conduct touch-base meetings with new hires.
- Manage and coordinate promotions, internal transfers, and other employee changes.
- Partner with HR management when conducting local level investigations and resolving team member issues. Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback to management.
- Support the leave of absence process in partnership with benefits team and management to include team member accommodations, communication, etc.
What We Are Looking For:
- 7 years' experience working on a team of HR professionals in an HR Business Partner capacity or similar
- Facilitates new hire orientation, collaborating with IT and the training team to establish comprehensive schedules for all employees.
- Coordinates team meetings, training sessions, welcome lunches, and expectation meetings for managers to ensure a cohesive onboarding experience.
- Verifies the accurate entry of all employee data into the HRIS platform.
- Conducts touch-base meetings with each new hire to address any queries and ensure a smooth integration into the organization.
What will Make You Stand Out:
- Proven record of accomplishment of successfully aligning HR strategies with business objectives, fostering positive employee relations, and contributing to organizational success.
- Expertise in strategic talent management, effective employee coaching, and a comprehensive understanding of HR policies.
- SPHR/PHR or similar certification highly preferred
The Tech:
- Lever ATS, Paylocity HRIS, MS Office, and Monday.com
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 25%
Total Rewards:
Remote working environment
Ability to work in a physical office, if near one of our 3 offices (Wilmington, Irvine, and Scottsdale)
One America 401k plan with 4% employer matching on total earnings, not just base (100% fully vested)
Company Bonus Plan or Target Sales Commission Plan
Flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan
10 paid holidays
16 hours of paid volunteer time
Blue Cross Blue Shield benefit network (medical/dental/vision)
Low-deductible PPO option or HDHP option with employer contributed HSA
Dental with child orthodontia
100% Employer paid Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Health and wellness benefits including gym and Headspace reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
EOE Statement/Accommodation Notice:
LINQ is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email HRHelp@linq.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Lydia Buurma at HRHelp@linq.com. This email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not use this email to inquire about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.
