The Jr. HR Generalist will provide support to all HR functions which includes HCMS/Compensation, Benefits, Credentialing, Training, and Recruitment . Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment including but not limited to, I-9 employment eligibility, Wage Theft Protection Act, EEO, OSHA, etc. Assist employees with general inquiries about DDI’s health benefit plans. Work closely with DDI’s health benefit insurance carriers & the point of contact for DDI’s benefit system of record to ensure employees are enrolled or terminated correctly from the health benefit plans.

Salary Range: $20.03-$24.04/hour

Responsibilities: Provide support to all HR functions which includes HCMS/Compensation, Benefits, Credentialing, Training and Recruitment. In conjunction with the Manager of Compensation & Benefits, maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment including but not limited to, I-9 employment eligibility, Wage Theft Protection Act, EEO, OSHA, etc.  Assist employees with general inquiries about DDI’s health benefit and retirement plans.  Work closely with DDI’s health benefit insurance carriers & the point of contact for DDI’s benefit system of record to ensure employees are enrolled or terminated correctly from the health benefit plans.  Work closely with the Manager of Compensation & Benefits to conduct focus groups and periodic educational presentations to enhance employee engagement and help with ongoing employee education of DDI’s employee benefits.  Assist with the annual benefit open enrollment process for the Agency’s benefit programs.  Administer all employee leaves (FMLA, PFL, Military Leave and Unpaid LOA).  Administer DDI’s Workers’ Compensation program and submit all required documentation to DDI’s Workers’ Compensation insurance carrier accurately and timely.  Ensure all required documentation relating to Workers’ Compensation is being submitted accurately and timely to the Payroll Department & Program Management.  Provide the Workforce Health & Safety Officer information regarding monthly employee injuries and trends to be presented at the Health & Safety Committee.  Work closely with DDI’s COBRA vendor to ensure all regulatory requirements are being met.  Enter employee transactions relating to education verification, substance abuse results, suspensions and corresponding leaves of absence into the HCMS.  Review all agency job changes for accuracy in the HCMS before final approval by the Manager of Compensation & Benefits.  Generate monthly, standard, custom and adhoc reports in support of program needs & management objectives.  Present Tech Time and Benefits Modules for new hire orientation and provide backup support for other modules when needed.  In partnership with the Manager of Compensation & Benefits, train all HCMS users on all applicable aspects of the system and ensure all users are leveraging it properly.  Conduct exit interviews and compile data to be analyzed by the Manager of Compensation & Benefits.  Support and in some cases oversee employee engagement initiatives (Holiday Party, DSP Week, teacher Appreciation Week, Spirit Week, Service Awards, etc.)  In conjunction with the Credentialing Administrator, assist with the processing of credentialing and all regulatory requirements.  Work closely with the Communications Department to ensure information regarding HR initiative are posted to the portal and assist with providing materials for the agency website.  Assist with recruitment initiatives, which includes but is not limited to attend recruitment events/job fairs and distributing flyers.  Review information regarding employee incentive programs for accuracy before final approval by the Director of Human Resources.  Administer the Employer Assisted Housing Program.  Provide quality customer service to employees and HR vendors.  Ensure confidentiality of all employee/agency information Other duties as assigned.  Qualifications:

Associates Degree or 2 years’ experience in Human Resources

Ability to multitask

Detail oriented

Must be able to work independently and prioritize assignments based upon urgency.

Professional demeanor

Strong analytical skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present in front of groups. 

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. 

Knowledgeable of HR functions

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.