Abrar Admin

Green River Area Development District

<div>Position Summary 
GRADD is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Human Resources Professional to support and enhance our workforce while advancing the organization&rsquo;s mission and strategic goals. This role is responsible for administering comprehensive human resources functions, ensuring compliance with employment laws, supporting employees and leadership and fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, service-driven and committed to professional excellence, collaboration and continuous learning. 
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Talent Acquisition &amp; Onboarding
<ul>
<li>Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified applicants for open positions</li>
<li>Collaborate with department directors to understand position requirements, skills, and 
competencies</li>
<li>Post job advertisements in accordance with the Public Relations staff, schedule interviews, and 
assist with recruitment logistics</li>
<li>Conduct or coordinate background checks and employee eligibility verifications 
</li>
<li>Implement and facilitate new hire orientation programs to ensure a smooth onboarding 
experience</li>
</ul>
Human Resources Administration 
<ul>
<li>Perform routine and complex tasks required to administer and execute HR programs, including:
<ul><li>Compensation, benefits, and leave administration</li>
<li>Performance and talent management</li>
<li>Employee recognition, productivity, morale, and engagement initiatives</li>
<li>Training and professional development programs</li>
<li>Occupational health and safety initiatives</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in compliance with federal and state 
regulations</li>
<li>Perform initial and annual reviews of position classifications, compensation review, or exemption 
analysis
</li></ul></li></ul>Employee Relations &amp; Support 
<ul>
<li>Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors</li>
<li>Develop and Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employee benefits</li>
<li>Oversee employee investigations or formal complaint resolution in accordance with department 
directors and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, investigations, and terminations</li>
<li>Facilitate policy interpretation and refer complex or sensitive matters to appropriate leadership as 
needed</li>
<li>Facilitate effective communication between employees and management</li>
<li>Serve as a resource to GRADD elected officials regarding human resource related issues as 
needed/requested</li>
</ul>
Compliance &amp; Best Practices
<ul>
<li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations</li>
<li>Review, recommend, and update HR policies and practices to maintain compliance and align with 
best practices</li>
<li>Maintain working knowledge of trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies in human 
resources and employment law 
Reporting, Metrics &amp; Organizational Support</li>
<li>Support HR operations by preparing reports, tracking key metrics, and managing HR-related project timelines</li>
<li>Assist leadership in data-driven decision-making related to workforce planning and organizational 
effectiveness</li>
</ul>
Professional Development 
<ul>
<li>Engage in continuous learning to remain current on HR trends, workforce development 
strategies, and regulatory updates</li>
<li>Contribute to GRADD&rsquo;s commitment to excellence, credibility, and fairness in all human resources 
practice</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a 
related field</li>
<li>Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible human resources experience</li>
<li>Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations (including FLSA, 
FMLA, EEO, ADA)</li>
<li>Experience administering HR programs such as recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and employee 
relations</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills</li>
<li>Proficiency with HR information systems, payroll/timekeeping systems, and standard office 
software</li>
</ul>
Preferred Experience and Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Human resources experience in local government, regional planning agencies, public sector, or nonprofit organizations</li>
<li>Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR</li>
<li>Experience supporting multi-department organizations or geographically dispersed staff</li>
<li>Knowledge of Kentucky personnel policies, public-sector benefits, or workforce development 
programs</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience with employee training, performance management, and policy 
development</li> 
</ul>
Working Conditions 
<ul>
<li>Office-based with occasional travel throughout the GRADD region</li>
<li>May require attendance at meetings outside normal business hours on occasion</li></ul> 


Commitment to Equal Opportunity 
GRADD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and 
equitable workplace and offers a meaningful opportunity to serve the region, support dedicated public service professionals and contribute to programs that make a lasting impact on communities. GRADD is committed to fostering a collaborative, respectful and mission-driven workplace where employees can thrive and grow.</div>

Human Resources Specialist

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Human Resources Specialist