Human Resources Assistant Position Description The Grimm Family Education Foundation (GFEF) is a non-profit organization committed to helping raise educational expectations and achievement outcomes for students in rural communities throughout Kern County. Through the development of charter schools and Edible Schoolyards, we provide innovative educational solutions and a new choice for students in underserved communities. www.grimmeducation.org Grimmway Academy is a charter school located in Arvin, California. GA opened its doors in 2011 and we are now in our 4th year with 575 students expanding to middle school in the fall of 2015. www.grimmwayacademy.com Reports to: Human Resources Manager Position Summary: The GFEF Human Resources Assistant supports the Foundation’s Human Resources Manager and the HR organization in the effective delivery of HR services and programs to Grimmway Academy and the GFEF. He/she supports the HR manager in all human resource functions, including, but not limited to recruiting and hiring, employee relations, training, implementation of policies and procedures, benefits, payroll, and performance management. The HR Assistant also works closely with Foundation leadership staff on the development of processes that further the Foundation’s and Academy’s missions and goals. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support the Human Resources Manager • Assists in developing position descriptions and related performance measurement tools, job postings and scheduling recruiting and hiring GFEF Human Resources Assistant March 2015 Page 1 • • • activities for GA teachers and staff and GFEF, which includes ESY, staff and professional positions. Assists in screening resumes and job applications Assists in new employee orientations, ongoing employee meetings, and training sessions Collects the data and presents the annual compensation review and analysis Administration of HR Activities and Programs • Assist in the day to day HR activities for payroll, benefits, and HR compliance, which include: o Process payroll for classified and certificated personnel and meets payroll deadlines in a timely manner o Assists in benefits program activities including open enrollment, employee status updates, employee information sessions o Maintains personnel records system • Assist with compliance with applicable federal and state employment regulations • Researches and implements new or updated employment regulations • Updates the policy and procedures manual • Works with the HR Manager to administer the annual performance management program through Reviewsnap Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • • • • • • • • Excellent oral and written communication skills Knowledge of human resources laws, policies and procedures Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents and in a team centered environment Experience implementing personnel systems and employee benefit programs Strong ability to participate in multiple project activities simultaneously Knowledge and experience working with and managing electronic HR management and support systems Technology savvy in Microsoft office and related business software programs GFEF Human Resources Assistant March 2015 Page 2 • Self-starter and capability to operate successfully in a growing organization Required Education and Experience: • • B.A. degree in management, organizational development, business or human resources administration or related fields 3 years’ experience in human resources Application Question (Responses not to exceed one page and must be submitted with your application) 1. After reading the Human Resources Assistant position description, tell us a little about yourself and share why you feel that you’re be a good candidate for this opportunity. GFEF Human Resources Assistant March 2015 Page 3