Job Goal: The Human Resource Associate completes a variety of tasks that support the daily operations of the Human Resources department to ensure an efficient and seamless onboarding experience and a welcoming atmosphere for all school personnel.

Qualifications:

• Minimum, one (1) year of experience in an office and/or professional setting;
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and Google Workspace;
• Excellent oral, written, and listening skills;
• Proven ability to self-motivate and work independently as well as part of a team;
• Can take on a variety of tasks, is adaptable, and can anticipate opportunities for additional contributions;
• Ability to multitask and set priorities for self, and manage time to achieve goals/complete projects on or ahead of schedule;
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals;
• Ability to streamline and simplify reports and processes;
• High level of integrity and confidentiality; and
• Experience with HRIS system(s) preferred.

Responsibilities: 

• Assist the HR Manager and HR Specialist with the onboarding process for new hires;
• Maintain office files and records, including personnel records and related documents;
• Create and issue staff ID badges and handle any requests regarding them (replacements, etc.);
• Maintain staff ID badge database;
• Process CORI records for all school employees, volunteers, and student teachers, including reprocessing of CORIs for current employees;
• Maintain Student Teacher enrollment database; works with school administrators to collect required documentation;
• Process letters of suitability;
• Submit OBRA forms to our third-party administrator (Empowerment);
• Submit SSA-1945 forms to MTRS;
• Assist employees with requests and questions;
• Assist with special projects and conduct necessary research as needed;
• Accurate data entry required; and
• Completes other HR duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment

• Full Time Employment
• Non-Union
• Work Schedule: Full Year (July–June)
• 260 days/40 hours per week
• Benefits Eligible

Reports to: The Director(s) of Human Resources and/or HR Manager

The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the bases of race, color, age, religion, disability, preganancy, home status, martital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.